New Hampshire Revised Statutes 282-A:161 – Generally
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Whoever willfully makes a false statement or representation or knowingly fails to disclose a material fact to obtain or increase any benefit or other payment under this chapter, either for one’s self, or for any other person, shall be guilty of:
I. A class A felony if the amount of the additional benefit received as a result of the misrepresentation is $1,000 or more.
For details, see N.H. Rev. Stat. 651:2
II. A class B felony if the amount of the additional benefit received as a result of the misrepresentation exceeds $500 but is less than $1,000.
III. A class A misdemeanor in all other cases.
I. A class A felony if the amount of the additional benefit received as a result of the misrepresentation is $1,000 or more.
Attorney's Note
Under the New Hampshire Revised Statutes, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class A felony | up to 15 years | up to $4,000 |
| Class B felony | up to 7 years | up to $4,000 |
| Class A misdemeanor | up to 1 year | up to $2,000 |
Terms Used In New Hampshire Revised Statutes 282-A:161
- person: may extend and be applied to bodies corporate and politic as well as to individuals. See New Hampshire Revised Statutes 21:9
II. A class B felony if the amount of the additional benefit received as a result of the misrepresentation exceeds $500 but is less than $1,000.
III. A class A misdemeanor in all other cases.