What is the consequence of knowingly making a false statement on a license application?

Knowingly making a false statement on a license application can lead to the denial of the license or certificate because such actions undermine the trust and integrity necessary for the licensing process. Licensing authorities require accurate and truthful information to assess an applicant's eligibility and fitness to hold a license. When falsehoods are discovered, the authority typically views this as a serious breach of conduct that can result in the application being rejected outright. This consequence serves as a deterrent against dishonesty and maintains the standards expected in professions governed by licensing.

In many cases, consequences like automatic expiration of the license or requirements to retake exams typically apply to issues of non-compliance or failure to meet standards after obtaining the license, rather than actions taken during the application process itself. Additionally, late discovery of false statements does not mitigate the severity of the infraction, as the emphasis is placed on the integrity of the application process.