Forger
Term · Law · MLC-T-LAW-002188
A person who commits the crime of forgery, which involves falsely making or altering a written instrument with the intent to defraud. This individual creates counterfeit documents, signatures, or other items to deceive others for financial gain or other illicit purposes. A forger's actions are subject to criminal prosecution and civil penalties.
| Identifier | MLC-T-LAW-002188 |
|---|---|
| Field | Law |
Record as JSON
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