Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

Misrepresentation

Is it unlawful for someone to sign court documents and represent themselves in court as a Dr. (PhD) when they do not have a degree?


Asked on 4/07/08, 8:47 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Jacek W. Lentz Law Offices of Jacek W. Lentz

Re: Misrepresentation

It sure is illegal. That said, in practical terms, it would matter why the person misrepresented himself that way. Did the misrepresentation have the effect of intentionally misleading the court on some important legal issue that was being reviewed by the court? If yes, then expect major trouble.

Jacek W. Lentz, Esq.

310.273.1361

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Answered on 4/07/08, 9:20 pm


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