Examples Of Forged Documents In Oakland
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Oakland
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"Forgery" may be defined as the false making or material alteration of a writing with intent to defraud. An essential element of the crime of forgery is making the false writing. An "Affidavit of Forgery" is a notarized sworn statement attesting that the signature which appears on the questioned document is indeed a forgery, and not authorized by the account holder. This type of affidavit may be made for the purpose of having a Bank reimburse its customer for honoring a forged check, or for the purpose of assisting law enforcement in the investigation and prosecution of the forger.
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These can include bank records, passports, IDs, birth certificates, tax returns, immigration documents, and court papers. Filing a False Document under California Penal Code Section 115 PC makes it a felony to file any forged or false document with a public office.Certain documents such as checks, wills, or contracts hold more weight in forgery cases in law. California law also covers electronic forgery, which includes forging digital signatures, altering electronic records, or creating fake electronic documents. Penal Code 115 PC makes it a crime knowingly to file, register, or record a false or forged document in any public office within the state. According to California Penal Code 115, it is illegal to file, register, or record a false or forged document with a California public office. Those who think the will is forged or not properly executed can challenge the validity of the document in California. Filing a false document is a felony offense that carries a punishment of up to three years in State Prison and the possibility of substantial fines.