Offence

Dishonestly produce / furnish a false statement / representation to obtain social security benefit / advantage / payment

How often this offence appears in the published court listings for England and Wales, which courts list it most and where to read the official sentencing guideline.

Hearings listed

1

Courts listing it

1

Heard in

Magistrates' Court (1)

Official offence code

SS92051

The law

Contrary to section 111A(1)(b) and (3) of the Social Security Administration Act 1992.

Where it can be tried

Magistrates' court or Crown Court

Can lead to prison

Yes