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Brief comparison of false statement and false claims statutes

April 6, 2011
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A prosecution for making a false statement to the federal government is usually based on Title 18, United States Code, Section 1001. This is the false statement statute that makes it a crime to knowingly make a false statement to the United States government or an employee thereof. 18 USC 1001 is used to prosecute [...]

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A summary of securities fraud

December 27, 2010
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A federal case for securities fraud typically begins with an investigation by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The SEC is responsible for regulating financial markets through the enforcement of two federal acts: Securities Act of 1933. This act requires generally that all securities offered for sale must be registered. The seller must provide registration [...]

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Truth and falsity in prosecutions for 18 USC 1001

December 18, 2010
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A prosecution for making a false statement to the federal government is based on Title 18, United States Code, Section 1001. Perhaps the most important question in false statement prosecutions is whether the United States Attorney can prove two issues: The statement was false. The defendant knew the statement was false when he made it. [...]

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False statement charges for denying involvement in a crime

December 17, 2010
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Making a false statement to the United States government is a criminal offense. Lying to a federal agent can be grounds for prosecution under Title 18, United States Code, Section 1001. It is a common mistake to deny involvement in a criminal offense during an interview with a federal agent. Making a false claim of [...]

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A summary of federal perjury laws

December 3, 2010
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If a person testifies falsely after taking the oath, or writes a false statement on a document supported by affidavit, he can be prosecuted for perjury. The act is a criminal offense where the person knew the testimony or statement was false. The states have their own laws on perjury when the offense takes place [...]

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Summary of federal offenses for making a false statement

November 2, 2010
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Federal law prohibits making a false statement to the United States government. Lying to a federal agent is a criminal offense with serious penalties. The law against making a false statement to an agent of the federal government is Title 18, United States Code, Section 1001. The statute says it is against the law to [...]

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