false pre· tens· es | \-ˈpre-ˌten-səz, -pri-ˈten-\ Legal Definition of false pretenses : false representations concerning past or present facts that are made with the intent to defraud another also : the crime of obtaining title to another's property by false pretenses — compare larceny by trick at larceny , theft

Nov 23, 2021 · Black’s Law defines “False Pretenses” as: “The crime of knowingly obtaining title to another’s personal property by misrepresenting a fact with the intent to defraud.” False Pretense is a Property Crime. Depending on the property’s value, a False Pretenses crime can be charged as either Petty Theft (a misdemeanor) or Grand Theft (a felony).

Forgery can be likened to false pretenses in that it is a crime where the genuineness of a document is falsely represented. In addition to being criminally accountable for obtaining property by false pretenses, the wrongdoer may also be liable in a civil court.

False pretenses definition, a deliberate misrepresentation of facts, as to obtain title to money or property. See more.

What is the punishment for false pretense? California Penal Code 532 PC defines the crime of theft by false pretenses as defrauding someone of money or property by way of false promises or representations. The offense may be prosecuted as a misdemeanor or a felony and carries a penalty of up to 3 years in jail or prison.

false pretense, false pretence noun. (law) an offense involving intent to defraud and false representation and obtaining property as a result of that misrepresentation.