Me. Stat. tit. 20-A § 10802

Current through 131st (2023-2024) Legislature Chapter 634
Section 10802 - Unlawful to issue, manufacture, or use false academic degrees; penalty
1.False academic degree. A person may not issue or manufacture a false academic degree. A person who violates this subsection commits a Class C crime.

[2005, c. 429, §1 (NEW).]

2.Use of false academic degree. A person may not use a false academic degree:
A. To obtain employment; [2005, c. 429, §1 (NEW).]
B. To obtain a promotion or higher compensation in employment; [2005, c. 429, §1 (NEW).]
C. To obtain admission to an institution of higher learning; or [2005, c. 429, §1 (NEW).]
D. In connection with any business, trade, profession or occupation. [2005, c. 429, §1 (NEW).]

A person who violates this subsection commits a Class D crime.

[2005, c. 429, §1 (NEW).]

20-A M.R.S. § 10802

2005, c. 429, § 1 (NEW) .