Course: Criminal Law
In criminal law, forgery refers to the act of creating, altering, or using a false document with the intent to defraud, deceive, or mislead another person or entity.
Forgery can include a wide range of actions, such as creating a fake document, signing someone else’s name on a document, altering an existing document, or using a genuine document with false information.
The exact definition of forgery can vary depending on the jurisdiction, but some common forms of forgery include:
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- Creating a false document or signature
- Altering a genuine document
- Possession of a forged document
- Uttering a forged document, which means presenting it as genuine
- Using a false seal or other symbol
- Using a false name or other identification information
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Forgery is considered a serious crime and can be punished with prison time, fines, and restitution, depending on the jurisdiction and severity of the crime. Forgery can be a state or federal crime and may fall under different categories, such as fraud, counterfeiting, and others.