Code of Federal Regulations · Section
§ 62.7 — Burden Of Proof
25 C.F.R. § 62.7
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(a) The burden of proof is on the appellant or sponsor. The appeal should include any supporting evidence not previously furnished and may include a copy or reference to any Bureau or tribal records having a direct bearing on the action.
(b) Criminal penalties are provided by statute for knowingly filing false or fraudulent information to an agency of the U.S. government (18 U.S.C. 1001).
Authorizing Statute
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Statements or entries generally18 U.S.C. § 1001
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Departmental regulations5 U.S.C. § 301
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Duties of Commissioner25 U.S.C. § 2