Legal Question in Criminal Law in Iowa

Forgery

What are the penalties for the forgery of someone's signature on a personal check in the State of Iowa?


Asked on 1/30/04, 1:36 am

1 Answer from Attorneys

Robert Luedeman solo practitioner

Re: Forgery

Under Iowa Code 715A.2(1)(B)forgery of a check in Iowa is a class D felony. Class D felonies are punishable by an indeterminate sentence of not more than five years imprisonment and a fine of at least $750 and not more than $7,500. Such fines are subject to a 30 per cent surcharge.

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Answered on 1/30/04, 11:37 am


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