N.Y. Penal Law Section 170.20
Criminal possession of a forged instrument in the third degree


A person is guilty of criminal possession of a forged instrument in the third degree when, with knowledge that it is forged and with intent to defraud, deceive or injure another, he utters or possesses a forged instrument. Criminal possession of a forged instrument in the third degree is a class A misdemeanor.

Source: Section 170.20 — Criminal possession of a forged instrument in the third degree, https://www.­nysenate.­gov/legislation/laws/PEN/170.­20 (updated Sep. 22, 2014; accessed Apr. 13, 2024).

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Last modified:
Sep. 22, 2014

§ 170.20’s source at nysenate​.gov

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