Forgery, or the common law crime of the falsification of a document, signature, or banknote, is covered under a number of statutes in Massachusetts law. Uttering is a crime that involves the act of passing or using a forged document, like uttering a forged check.If you're facing a charge of forgery, you need a skilled and experienced criminal defense attorney. Call (781) 797-0555 for a free phone consultation. If convicted of forgery, it carries a sentence of up to 10 years in prison or 2 years in jail. Under Massachusetts law, a forgery of a deed conveys no title.