N.Y. VAW Law § 55
This is the official text of N.Y. VAW Law § 55, part of New York’s VAW Law — part of the compiled statutory law of New York, published by the state as "VAW Law." Browse the sections below, each linked to its official government source.
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Penalty for false representation
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§ 55. Penalty for false representation. If, for the purpose of\nobtaining any benefit or payment under the provisions of this chapter,\nor for the purpose of influencing any determination regarding any\nbenefit or payment under the provisions of this chapter, either for\nhimself or for any other person, any person wilfully makes a false\nstatement or representation, he shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.\n
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