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TCA 39-14-133

False or fraudulent insurance claims

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What does this charge mean?

This statute makes it illegal to submit a false or fraudulent insurance claim—intentionally presenting false information, fake proof, or forged documents to an insurance company to obtain payment for a loss that didn't occur or was exaggerated. A conviction is punished the same as theft, with penalties based on the amount falsely claimed.

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Any person who intentionally presents or causes to be presented a false or fraudulent claim, or any proof in support of such claim, for the payment of a loss, or other benefits, upon any contract of insurance coverage, or automobile comprehensive or collision insurance, or certificate of such insurance or prepares, makes or subscribes to a false or fraudulent account, certificate, affidavit or proof of loss, or other documents or writing, with intent that the same may be presented or used in support of such claim, is punished as in the case of theft.
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TCA Section39-14-133