§ 22170

Amended by Stats. 2009, Ch. 160, Sec. 40.5. (SB 36) Effective October 11, 2009.
(a)It is unlawful for any person to knowingly alter, destroy, mutilate, conceal, cover up, falsify, or make a false entry in any record, document, or tangible object with the intent to impede, obstruct, or influence the administration or enforcement of any provision of this division.
(b)It is unlawful for any person to knowingly make

an untrue statement to the commissioner or the Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System and Registry during the course of licensing, investigation, or examination, with the intent to impede, obstruct, or influence the administration or enforcement of any provision of this division.

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