18 U.S.C. ยง 1001 is the primary federal statute criminalizing false statements, concealment of material facts, or the use of false documents in matters within the jurisdiction of the executive, legislative, or judicial branches of the U.S. government. It is classified as a felony and generally carries a penalty of up to five years in prison and/or a fine.
Remember when Martha Stewart was convicted? If she kept her mouth shut, she would not have been convicted.
18 U.S.C. ยง 1001 is the primary federal statute criminalizing false statements, concealment of material facts, or the use of false documents in matters within the jurisdiction of the executive, legislative, or judicial branches of the U.S. government. It is classified as a felony and generally carries a penalty of up to five years in prison and/or a fine.
Remember when Martha Stewart was convicted? If she kept her mouth shut, she would not have been convicted.