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Forgery
New Jersey Forgery
Criminal Defense Attorney
Being charged with Forgery or other related Fraud offenses can be stressful and overwhelming. A conviction for Forgery can have devastating consequences including jail or prison time. It can also impact employment, housing, finances, education, reputation, and relationships. Because of this, it is crucial to have an experienced, skilled, and aggressive attorney by your side.
Ms. Denholtz is a fierce criminal defense trial attorney with over a decade of experience. Ms. Denholtz offers relentless advocacy, strategic defense, and exceptional service to clients accused of Forgery. With a proven track record of success, Ms. Denholtz has handled approximately 1,500 felony-level cases to conclusion.
Ms. Denholtz handles her cases with exacting attention to detail and works tirelessly to ensure her clients receive the best possible outcome for their individualized situation. At Denholtz Criminal Defense, you can trust that your case will receive the meticulous attention and tireless advocacy it deserves. If you or a loved one are facing Forgery charges, Ms. Denholtz is ready to fight for you. Contact Denholtz Criminal Defense today for your FREE consultation: (862) 842-0811 or Tracy@DenholtzCriminalDefense.com.
Forgery (N.J.S.A. 2C:21-1)
Forgery: Under N.J.S.A. 2C:21-1, a person is guilty of forgery if, with purpose to defraud or injure anyone, or with knowledge that he is facilitating a fraud or injury to be perpetrated by anyone, the actor:
Alters or changes any writing of another without his or her authorization.
Makes, completes, executes, authenticates, issues or transfers any writing so that it purports to be the act of another who did not authorize that act of or of a fictitious person, or to have been executed at a time or place or in a numbered sequence other than was in fact the case, or to be a copy of an original when no such original existed.
Utters any writing which he knows to be forged in a manner specified in paragraphs (1) and (2).
Definitions:
“Writing”: A “writing” includes printing or any other method of recording information, money, coins, tokens, stamps, seals credit cards, badges, trademarks, access devices, and other symbols of value, right, privilege, or identification, including retail sales receipts, universal product code labels, and checks. This section also applies to forged, copied, or imitated checks.
“Uttering”: A forged instrument is uttered when it is offered as genuine accompanied by words or conduct indicating that it is genuine, without regard to whether it is so accepted. N.J.S.A. 2C:21-1, Comment 5.
Grading of Forgery:
3rd Degree Offense: Forgery is a crime in the 3rd degree if the writing is or purports to be part of an issue of money, securities, postage or revenue stamps, or other instruments, certificates, or licenses issued by the government, NJ prescription blanks, or part of an issue of stock, bonds, or other instruments representing interest in or claims against any property or enterprise, personal identifying information or an access device. Forgery is also a crime in the 3rd degree if the writing is or purports to be a check. A 3rd degree offense is punishable by up to 5 years in New Jersey State Prison.
4th Degree Offense: In all other cases, forgery is a crime in the 4th degree. A 4th degree offense is punishable by up to 18 months in New Jersey State Prison.
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If you or a loved one is facing criminal charges, it is crucial to hire an experienced criminal defense attorney. At Denholtz Criminal Defense, we understand the stakes involved and are committed to providing you with skilled, aggressive, and personalized legal representation. No matter what the allegations, Ms. Denholtz will provide an honest and detailed evaluation of your case, outline the best legal options available, and craft a defense strategy designed to achieve the best possible result for your unique situation. Contact Denholtz Criminal Defense today for your free consultation: (862) 842-0811 or Tracy@DenholtzCriminalDefense.com.