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Michigan Criminal Code: Forgery and Counterfeiting

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Uttering counterfeit notes as true

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THE MICHIGAN PENAL CODE (EXCERPT) Act 328 of 1931

750.253 Uttering counterfeit notes as true. Sec. 253.

Uttering counterfeit notes, etc. - Any person who shall utter or pass, or tender in payment as true, any such false, altered, forged or counterfeit note, certificate or bill of credit for any debt of this state, or any of its political subdivisions or municipalities, any bank bill or promissory note, payable to the bearer thereof, or to the order of any person, issued as aforesaid, knowing the same to be false, altered, forged or counterfeit, with intent to injure or defraud as aforesaid, shall be guilty of a felony, punishable by imprisonment of not more than 5 years or by fine of not more than 2,500 dollars.

History: 1931, Act 328, Eff. Sept. 18, 1931 ;-- Am. 1934, 1st Ex. Sess., Act 16, Imd. Eff. Mar. 28, 1934 ;-- CL 1948, 750.253 Former Law: See section 6 of Ch. 155 of R.S. 1846, being CL 1857, § 5807; CL 1871, § 7636; How., § 9218; CL 1897, § 11664; CL 1915, § 15437; and CL 1929, § 17053.

The Michigan Penal Code (Excerpt)

Act 328 of 1931

Section 253: Uttering Counterfeit Notes as True

Under the Michigan Penal Code, it is a serious offense to knowingly pass off counterfeit notes or bills as genuine. Section 253 states that any individual who knowingly and intentionally utters, passes, or offers in payment as true any false, altered, forged, or counterfeit note, certificate, or bill of credit issued by the state of Michigan or any of its political subdivisions or municipalities, or any bank bill or promissory note payable to the bearer or the order of a person, with the awareness that they are counterfeit, with the intent to deceive and defraud others, is guilty of a felony.

The act of uttering counterfeit notes is considered a crime because it aims to harm and defraud others by deceiving them into accepting fake currency as legitimate. The penalty for this offense can result in imprisonment for a maximum of five years or a fine of up to $2,500.

History: The Michigan Penal Code, Act 328, was enacted on September 18, 1931, with subsequent amendments in 1934. Similar offenses were addressed in previous laws dating back to 1846.

Note: This summary is provided for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal advice. For accurate and up-to-date information, consult legal professionals or refer to the original statutes and legal authorities within the Michigan Penal Code.

This should be used for informational and general purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice or relied on aside for general information that may contain opinion.

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