# Criminal Law (GCR)

## Title 8. Fraud and Related Crimes

### Subtitle 6. Counterfeiting and Related Crimes

#### Section 8-602

(a) A person, with intent to defraud another, may not issue or publish as true a counterfeit instrument or document listed in Sec. 8-601 of this subtitle.

(b) A person who violates this section is guilty of a felony and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 10 years or a fine not exceeding $1,000 or both.

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Md. Code Ann., Crim. Law (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)