1. (a) A person may not obtain, attempt to obtain, or aid another person in obtaining or attempting to obtain legal assistance to which the person is not entitled by:

   1. (1) willfully making a false statement or representation;
   2. (2) willfully failing to disclose a material change in financial condition;
   3. (3) impersonating another; or
   4. (4) any other fraudulent means.

2. (b)

   1. (1) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 3 years or a fine not exceeding $1,000 or both.

   2. (2)

      1. (i) A person convicted under this section shall make full restitution of the value of the legal assistance unlawfully received.
      2. (ii) The person shall be given notice and the opportunity for a hearing on the amount and terms of the payment.

Added by Acts 2007, c. 3, § 2, eff. Oct. 1, 2007.