Legal Question in Disability Law in Pennsylvania

Re: credit reference

You asked about lying for a friend.

It depends on what the reference was for. If you are helping a friend qualify for an apartment because she has no credit history then that's just one of those things friend's do. If your friend has stiffed other landlords or has a bad credit history then what she requests is not advisable. Or, if your friend is trying to qualify for any subsidy or public assistance then what she is asking would be criminal fraud and you should absolutely not participate.

What she's asking is for you to lie about something. No matter how you frame it, it stays the same. The question what is the harm is, to the person being lied to and more importantly, to yourself.

It would be perfectly acceptable for you to say no just because she's asking you to lie. Personally, only you can tell if you feel comfortable about the situation and the person to lie.

It is simple to suggest that lies are always bad. Good people lie all the time to help a situation along or spare someone's feelings. (e.g. Honest honey, you look hot in those jeans.)

Regards,

Roger