Bill > SB66

This bill establishes a new criminal offense in Alabama called "presentment of a forged instrument" which makes it illegal for a person to submit a forged or fraudulent written document to a state or local government employee with the intent to deceive. Specifically, the law creates two scenarios that would constitute this crime: (1) knowingly presenting a forged instrument to a government official with the purpose of committing fraud, and (2) submitting a written document that falsely identifies or is associated with another individual, again with fraudulent intent. The offense is classified as a Class D felony, which typically carries significant legal consequences such as potential imprisonment. This new law will take effect on October 1, 2025, and will be added to Section 13A-9-7.1 of the Alabama Code. The bill aims to provide legal recourse and penalties for individuals who attempt to mislead government officials through fraudulent documentation.

Government Affairs, Justice

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