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N.Y. Penal Law § 175.15: Falsifying business records; defense

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  1. Penal Law
  2. Part 3. Specific Offenses
  3. Title K. Offenses Involving Fraud
  4. Article 175. Offenses Involving False Written Statements

§ 175.15 Falsifying business records; defense.

In any prosecution for falsifying business records, it is an

affirmative defense that the defendant was a clerk, bookkeeper or other

employee who, without personal benefit, merely executed the orders of

his employer or of a superior officer or employee generally authorized

to direct his activities.

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