Under what condition is a false weigh master certificate considered a misdemeanor?

A false weigh master certificate is considered a misdemeanor when it is requested or produced because this indicates an intentional act of deceit. The creation or request for such a certificate demonstrates a clear intent to misrepresent the weight of goods, which violates legal standards in weight verification. The act of producing or requesting the certificate implies that the individual is aware that they are operating outside of legal boundaries, and this malfeasance directly contravenes the regulations governing weigh masters and proper certification.

In contrast, while monetary gain may appear to be a significant factor, it is not a sole determinant in classifying the act as a misdemeanor. Additionally, the legal weight limits would not make the certificate false; therefore, the integrity of the certificate would hold, removing the conditions that would lead to criminality. Lastly, using a false weigh master certificate for personal reasons may carry ethical implications, but it is the act of requesting or producing the certificate that is the key legal violation.