Paulding County Forgery Defense Lawyer
Handling Forgery Cases in Cobb County, Douglas County & the Atlanta Metro Area
Forgery is defined under state law in Georgia Code §16-9-1 (2012), and it includes any act of making, altering or possessing a written instrument including checks, such as by using a false name or changing a document so as to misrepresent the identity or authority which is responsible for making the item. It includes a wide range of white collar crimes which are generally aimed at securing a financial gain or an economic advantage. There are four degrees of forgery, with different possible sentences depending on the severity of the offense.
What is the penalty for forgery?
Forgery can be charged as a misdemeanor or a felony, depending on the circumstances of the offense. Fourth-degree forgery is a misdemeanor, with a maximum penalty of one year in county jail, while third, second and first-degree forgery are all felonies with sentencing ranging from a minimum of one year and up to fifteen years in state prison. In addition to serving time behind bars, you would face a future of living with a criminal record, which can make it difficult or even impossible to find suitable employment.
Former Prosecutor Defending Your White Collar Crime Charges
It is in your best interests to contact a Paulding County criminal defense attorney from Henrickson & Sereebutra immediately after learning that you are under investigation for forgery. Whether you are suspected of violating state law or if you are accused of a federal crime under Chapter 25 of Title 18 of the United States Code, the consequences you face are far too serious for you to take any chances with the outcome of the situation. By choosing the firm to represent your case, you will have a team of former prosecutors with more than 75 years of combined experience on your side.
Call our firm today at (770) 212-3313 for a confidential consultation.
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Not Guilty after Jury Trial Armed Robbery, Aggravated Assault
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Probation Armed Robbery, Burglary
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Not Guilty Burglary, Criminal damage to property (Juvenile Court)
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Not Guilty DUI Drugs
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Not Guilty after Jury Trial Kidnapping, Attempted Rape
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Not Guilty Manufacturing Marijuana
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Not Guilty after Jury Trial Multiple Counts of Child Molestation and Sexual Battery on a Child
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Not Guilty Murder
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Not Guilty Murder and Elder Abuse
