§ 8–605
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Crim. Law § 8-605 (2026)
Title 8. Fraud and Related Crimes
Subtitle 6. Counterfeiting and Related Crimes
§ 8–605LinkCopy Citation
(a)
(1)
A person may not counterfeit, cause to be counterfeited, or willingly aid or assist in counterfeiting:
(i)
a commission, patent, pardon, order for release, or other court document; or
(ii)
a warrant, certificate, or other public security from which money may be drawn from the treasury of the State.
(2)
A person may not write, sign, or possess a counterfeit:
(i)
commission, patent, pardon, order for release, or other court document; or
(ii)
warrant, certificate, or other public security from which money may be drawn from the treasury of the State.
(b)
A person who violates this section is guilty of a felony and on conviction is subject to imprisonment for not less than 2 years and not exceeding 10 years.