§ 8-605. Counterfeiting of public documents

MD Crim Law Code § 8-605 (2019) (N/A)
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(a)    (1)    A person may not counterfeit, cause to be counterfeited, or willingly aid or assist in counterfeiting:

(i)    a commission, patent, pardon, order for release, or other court document; or

(ii)    a warrant, certificate, or other public security from which money may be drawn from the treasury of the State.

(2)    A person may not write, sign, or possess a counterfeit:

(i)    commission, patent, pardon, order for release, or other court document; or

(ii)    warrant, certificate, or other public security from which money may be drawn from the treasury of the State.

(b)    A person who violates this section is guilty of a felony and on conviction is subject to imprisonment for not less than 2 years and not exceeding 10 years.