Legal Question in Insurance Law in Maryland

Insurance Fraud Penalty

What penalties will I face for helping someone make a false auto insurance claim (listing myself as the driver to protect the actual driver from a dwi/dui)?


Asked on 3/30/04, 2:00 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
G. Joseph Holthaus III Law Offices of G. Joseph Holthaus

Re: Insurance Fraud Penalty

You face both criminal and civil penalties. If you shielded an alcohol impaired driver from

the police by lying or misrepresentation, criminal charges for obstruction may issue. Other criminal charges may exist and are

based on the facts, most notable is criminal fraud.

Civil charges can also be brought by the insurance company and potentially by the other driver (if applicable).

Should you receive a civil complaint or criminal charging document, you should not hesitate to contact an attorney.

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Answered on 3/30/04, 3:28 pm


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