Delaware · Delaware Code — Title 11, Crimes and Criminal Procedure

Del. Code (Title 11) § 861: Forgery; class F felony; class G felony; class A misdemeanor; restitution required

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What this law says, in plain English

Forgery is a crime involving altering, creating, or possessing written instruments with intent to defraud. Depending on the instrument type, forgery ranges from class F felony to class A misdemeanor, and restitution is required.

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