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WobblerCalifornia · Penal Code § 475

Possessing Forged Checks or Bills

Having fake checks or money planning to use them.

Can be charged as a felony OR a misdemeanor.

What the prosecutor must prove

They must prove every one of these. If one is missing, you should not be found guilty.

  1. 1You had a forged item
  2. 2You knew it was fake
  3. 3You planned to use it to cheat

Possible punishment

Up to 1 year, or 16 months, 2, or 3 years.