Reply #32: Here is the story from the Seattle PI

[Evergreen Emerald]

Friday, March 3, 2006 • Last updated 4:55 p.m. PT

Fake diploma could land you in jail

By CANDACE HECKMAN
P-I REPORTER

Not only would it become illegal for people to lie on their resumes about their academic credentials, but according to a bill lawmakers passed today, the move could land that liar in jail.
State senators unanimously amended and approved a bill that would make issuing or using a fake or otherwise unaccredited degree a class C felony, a crime of fraud that could warrant five years in prison and a $10,000 fine.
The new legislation also makes it illegal to lie orally, as well as in writing.

http://seattlepi.nwsource.com/local/261687_diploma03ww.html

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