At The McDaniel Law Firm, we know facing serious criminal charges like forgery can be incredibly confusing and frightening. Our experienced defense attorneys in Memphis will help you understand your charges and determine your options. Our attorneys will work with you to develop an aggressive defense strategy that delivers the best possible outcome.
Forgery Laws in Tennessee
According to Tennessee law, forgery is when a person forges a writing with intent to defraud or harm another. To “forge” means to alter, make, complete, execute or authenticate any writing so that it purports to be the act of another who did not authorize the act, or have been executed at a time or place or in a numbered sequence other than was in fact the case, or be a copy of an original when no such original existed. Forgery includes making false entries in book or records. Additionally, it includes issuing, transferring, passing or publishing a writing that is forged. Therefore, a person can be charged with forgery for passing (or attempting to pass) a check or forged document, even if they did not prepare the forged document.
Forgery is punishable as theft under Statute 39-14-105, but in no event will forgery be less than a Class E Felony. The range of punishment for a Class E Felony is 1 - 6 years of imprisonment and up to a $3,000 fine.
Forgery is punishable as theft under Statute 39-14-105, but in no event will forgery be less than a Class E Felony. The range of punishment for a Class E Felony is 1 - 6 years of imprisonment and up to a $3,000 fine.
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The McDaniel Law Firm has over 37 years of experience and the legal skills to effectively fight any criminal charges you may face. We will work hard to resolve these charges and will work aggressively to achieve the best possible outcome for your case.
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