In New Jersey (2C: 21-1) the crime of forgery occurs when someone intentionally defrauds another or knowingly facilitates such fraudulent activity. Get Your Free Consultation.Forgery is an offense that can result in Middlesex County from a wide variety of conduct. New Jersey criminal forgery law prohibits fraudulent practices that include deceitful conduct. In a prosecution for forgery the state must prove three elements. Forgery is traditionally thought of as altering or falsely signing a document in order to gain monetary benefit from the altered document. Those accused of prescription forgery are charged with a third degree crime for violating NJSA 2C:21-1. If you or a loved one has been charged with a crime of forgery or other related theft or fraud charges, contact our office today! The numbered steps listed below tell you what forms you will need to fill out and what to do with them.