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This bill creates a new criminal offense in Maryland that prohibits knowingly sending fake, fraudulent, or altered documents through the mail. Specifically, the legislation makes it a misdemeanor for an individual to intentionally mail documents that have been falsified, manipulated, or are not genuine. If convicted of this offense, a person could face legal consequences including up to one year of imprisonment, a fine of up to $1,000, or both. The law is designed to deter document fraud and protect the integrity of mail communications. The provisions will go into effect on October 1, 2025, giving potential offenders and law enforcement time to become aware of the new legal requirement. By criminalizing the mailing of fraudulent documents, the bill aims to reduce instances of potential fraud, identity theft, and other forms of document-based deception.

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https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB0079?ys=2025RS