Legal Question in Criminal Law in Wisconsin
Felony?
Is writting a stolen check for $500.00 out of someone's account a felony?
Asked on 11/04/07, 8:10 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
JAY Nixon
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Is Forging Checks a Felony?
Felony "forgery" occurs any time one passes a forged instrument with intent to defraud, whether or not the check was stolen. It is punishable by prison. The amount of the check does not change this--even a $1.00 forged check is still a felony.
Answered on 11/06/07, 2:00 pm
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