false representation

false representation
false representation n: an untrue or incorrect representation regarding a material fact that is made with knowledge or belief of its inaccuracy see also misrepresentation

Merriam-Webster’s Dictionary of Law. . 1996.

false representation
index counterfeit, fake, fraud, misrepresentation

Burton's Legal Thesaurus. . 2006


false representation
n.
Intentionally misleading someone either by lying or by failing to disclose a fact when the fact should have been disclosed.

The Essential Law Dictionary. — Sphinx Publishing, An imprint of Sourcebooks, Inc. . 2008.

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