WHITE COLLAR & FRAUD LAW — CALIFORNIA
Forgery in California — PC §470
Forgery under PC §470 covers signing another person's name, altering documents, or presenting forged writings with intent to defraud. It is a wobbler with up to 3 years in state prison.
Reviewed by Daniel S. Rubin, CA Bar 302093 · Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney
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Forgery California — At a Glance
- Law / Code
- PC §470
- Classification
- Wobbler — Misdemeanor or Felony
- Maximum Penalty
- Up to 1 year jail (misd.) / 16 months–3 years prison (felony)
- Probation Eligible
- Yes
- Strike Offense
- No
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