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Criminal Law • Crimes Against Property
CRIMLAW#048
Legal Definition
Forgery is making or altering a writing with apparent legal significance so that it is false, with the intent to defraud.
Plain English Explanation
If a document has some sort of legal significance, you're not allowed to modify it in a way that misleads or defrauds those who may rely on its original intent.
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