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A [[(6)1_Definitions#(6)1.1_Person|person]] is guilty of <b>Creating a False Report</b> under this subsection if he or she:
A [[(6)1_Definitions#(6)1.1_Person|person]] is guilty of <b>Creating a False Report</b> under this subsection if he or she [[(6)1_Definitions#(6)1.2_Willfully|willfully]]:


(a) falsely reports an emergency situation causing an emergency response; or
(a) with knowledge that the information is false, makes a file, or submits a written, electronic, or oral report containing material information that is intended to mislead, deceive, or cause another to take or refrain from lawful action.


(b) with knowledge that there is no active emergency, activates equipment typically reserved for alerting people to danger during emergency situations (such as, but not limited to, a fire alarm or emergency siren).
(b) For purposes of this subsection, a “report” includes statements made to:


(c) this subsection does not apply to a [[(7)1.1_Definitions#(7)1.1.10_Horn|horn]] on a [[(7)1.1_Definitions#(7)1.1.1_Motor_Vehicle|motor vehicle]] or other such similar devices.
*Law enforcement officers or agencies;
*Governmental or judicial authorities;
*Any entity acting under color of law or performing official duties.
 
(c) Conduct under this subsection does not require proof of intent to commit a felony or to secure a criminal conviction; it is sufficient that the false report is material and intended to influence official action.


Creating a False Report is a <b>Gross Misdemeanor</b>.
Creating a False Report is a <b>Gross Misdemeanor</b>.

Latest revision as of 04:25, 17 December 2025

A person is guilty of Creating a False Report under this subsection if he or she willfully:

(a) with knowledge that the information is false, makes a file, or submits a written, electronic, or oral report containing material information that is intended to mislead, deceive, or cause another to take or refrain from lawful action.

(b) For purposes of this subsection, a “report” includes statements made to:

  • Law enforcement officers or agencies;
  • Governmental or judicial authorities;
  • Any entity acting under color of law or performing official duties.

(c) Conduct under this subsection does not require proof of intent to commit a felony or to secure a criminal conviction; it is sufficient that the false report is material and intended to influence official action.

Creating a False Report is a Gross Misdemeanor.

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