New York · Through 2026-09-11

N.Y. Penal Law § 170.05: Forgery in the third degree

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§ 170.05 Forgery in the third degree.

A person is guilty of forgery in the third degree when, with intent to

defraud, deceive or injure another, he falsely makes, completes or

alters a written instrument.

Forgery in the third degree is a class A misdemeanor.

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