What is the punishment for a misdemeanor falsifying a police report?
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What is the punishment for a misdemeanor falsifying a police report?
Asked on August 14, 2011 Delaware
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Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
In most states in this country the punishment for a misdemeanor is up to six (6) months in jail and /or a one thousand dollar ($1,000.00) fine. However, for a first time offense and resulting plea or conviction, the sentencing judge under court guidelines is not required to implement the full sentence referenced above.
Most likely for a first time offense for falsifying a police report the punishment will be up to thirty (30) days in jail and a one thousand dollar ($1,000.00) fine with three (3) years probation.
If you do not have an attorney representing you in this matter, you should retain a criminal attorney before any plea or trial in that falsifying a police report is a serious charge.
Good luck.
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