Maine 4.18.1001 Making a False Statement to a Federal Agency, 18 U.S.C. Sec. 1001, is a Class D crime that occurs when a person knowingly and willfully makes a false statement or representation to a federal agency or department. The statement or representation must be material, meaning it has the potential to influence a decision of the federal agency in question. This crime may be committed by any person regardless of their involvement or relationship with the agency, and is punishable by up to a year in prison. There are two types of Maine 4.18.1001 Making a False Statement to a Federal Agency, 18 U.S.C. Sec. 1001: 1. Making a False Statement: This occurs when an individual knowingly and willfully makes a false statement or representation to a federal agency or department. 2. Concealment of a Material Fact: This occurs when an individual knowingly and willfully conceals a material fact from a federal agency or department. A material fact is one that has the potential to influence the decision of the agency in question.