“willful misrepresentation”

This page presents an official legal definition of “willful misrepresentation” from a government source. Additional definitions will be added as jurisdictions publish them.

Jurisdiction: United States United States

Knowingly making a statement or a claim that is not in accordance with the true facts. For more information, go to USCIS Policy Manual, Volume 8, Admissibility, Part J, Fraud and Willful Misrepresentation.

Source: USCIS Glossary (U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services)