The Stolen Valor Act of 2013 amends the federal criminal code to rewrite provisions relating to fraudulent claims about military service to subject to a fine, imprisonment for not more than one year, or both an individual who, with intent to obtain money, property, or other tangible benefit, fraudulently holds himself or herself out to be a recipient of:
- Medal of Honor
- Distinguished Service Cross
- Navy Cross
- Air Force Cross
- Silver Star
- Bronze Star
- Purple Heart
- Combat Infantryman’s Badge
- Combat Action Badge
- Combat Medical Badge
- Combat Action Ribbon
- Combat Action Medal
- any replacement or duplicate medal for such medal as authorized by law
Recent changes to The Stolen Valor Act make it a felony to falsify claim any award not earned, to be an Officer, to profit in standing, monetarily, receive donations and goods under false pretenses. Army CID, Air Force Criminal Investigations and NCIS are taking reports and investigation in cases of false Officer claims