Acting in assumed character

Checkout our iOS App for a better way to browser and research.

  • Whoever impersonates another and in such assumed character does any act—
    • (1) which, if it were done by the individual impersonated, might result in his liability—

      • (A) to any suit or prosecution;

      • (B) to pay any sum of money; or

      • (C) to incur any charge, forfeiture or penalty; or

    • (2) whereby any benefit might accrue to the party impersonating, or to any other person; or

      Whoever impersonates another and receives any money or property, knowing that it is intended to be delivered to the individual impersonated, with intent to convert the same to his own use, or to that of another person, or to deprive the owner thereof— shall be fined not more than $1,000 or imprisoned not more than 2 years, or both.


Download our app to see the most-to-date content.