24-A §2178. False applications, claims, proofs of loss; penalty - Maine Statutes

Title 24-A: MAINE INSURANCE CODE

Chapter 23: TRADE PRACTICES AND FRAUDS

§2178. False applications, claims, proofs of loss; penalty

No agent, broker, solicitor, examining physician, applicant or other person may knowingly or wilfully make any false or fraudulent statement or representation in or with reference to any application for insurance; or for the purpose of obtaining any money or benefit, knowingly or wilfully present or cause to be presented a false or fraudulent claim; or any proof in support of such a claim for the payment of the loss upon a contract of insurance; or prepare, make, or subscribe a false or fraudulent account, certificate, affidavit or proof of loss, or other document or writing, with intent that the same may be presented or used in support of such a claim. Persons who violate this section are subject to the penalty provided in section 12-A, or as provided by any other applicable law that provides a greater penalty. [1991, c. 824, Pt. A, §50 (AMD).]

SECTION HISTORY

1969, c. 132, §1 (NEW). 1991, c. 824, §A50 (AMD).