Forgery

The Act of falsely making, altering, or initialing a document, signature, or other items with the intent to deceive or defraud.

Key Elements

• Falsifying Documents such as contracts, checks, identification, or legal papers

• Unauthorized signature signing someone else’s name or creating a fake signature on official documents

• Intent to deceive using the forged document for illegal purposes, like financial gain or evading the law.

Misdemeanor

Sentence: 15 Months

Fine: $750