Forgery

Forgery is a nonviolent crime that involves the alteration of legal and financial documents or instruments or otherwise altering with the attempt to defraud. Typically the main focus of a forgery case is determining 1) whether there was an intent to defraud and 2) what the financial value of the resulting forgery amounted to. The greater the financial value, the heavier the sentencing may be if you are convicted.

If you or a loved one has been charged with forgery, contact the West Palm Beach criminal defense lawyers of Eric N. Klein & Associates, P.A. at 561-353-2800 for the experienced legal representation you need.

Types of Forgery Offenses

Forgery can include altering bonds, deeds, titles, checks, money orders, wills, court documents, and other types of falsification. Counterfeiting is a common type of forgery in which an individual may produce fake money, goods, or logos with the intent of using or selling the counterfeit items to defraud.

Since forgery is a nonviolent act, it may seem to be a less severe crime than those causing physical harm. However, the financial value involved in forgery and the devastating, long-term losses that it can inflict on individuals, companies, governments, and other entities makes forgery a serious crime with heavy penalties. The FBI is frequently involved in forgery cases, and a forgery conviction could lead to a long jail or prison sentence, financial ruin, and a felony on your criminal record.

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If you have been arrested for forgery, don’t enter the courtroom feeling unprepared to defend your case. Contact an aggressive, experienced West Palm Beach criminal attorney from Eric N. Klein & Associates, P.A. today at 561-353-2800.