When it comes to forgery, most people think about false writing, forging a certificate, or a letter. Forgery, like any crime of fraud, check fraud, or identity theft, can have severe repercussions, not only for the perpetrator, but for the victim as well.Section 472:- Making or possessing counterfeit seal, etc. , with intent to commit forgery punishable under section 467. What are the legal consequences of forging someone's signature if they are aware of the forgery but do not say anything? Charges of forgery are categorized as a Class 4 felony. Forgery is actually one of the most common types of white collar crimes.