Atlanta White Collar Criminal Lawyer

About Forgery Cases in Atlanta

Have you been accused of forgery? If so, you may face up to 10 years in Georgia state prison if you are convicted, in addition to fines and other penalties. At Conaway & Strickler, P.C. our Georgia white collar crime lawyers represent clients under investigation or arrested for forgery and any related offense, providing only the highest quality legal counsel every step of the way. We take the time to offer personal attention and tailor-made strategies that address each client's particular needs. Our Atlanta forgery defense attorneys take on cases throughout all of Georgia - and we offer a free initial consultation to discuss your case and how we can assist you.

In Georgia, forgery may be charged in the first or second degree, and a defendant may face varying penalties depending upon the classification of the offense. First degree forgery is the more serious of the two offense sand may be punishable by 1 to 10 years imprisonment. Second degree forgery is punishable by up to 5 years imprisonment.

Forgery is the offense of creating, altering or possessing any document or other item, with the purpose of using that item to commit fraud or misrepresentation for personal gain. For example, an illegal alien may attempt to forge or to purchase a forged birth certificate and social security card so he or she can pose as a legal citizen. Forgery may also be committed regarding financial documents, legal documents, prescription blanks, degrees, money, professional licenses, and more.

Contact an Atlanta Forgery Defense Attorney

If you've been accused of forgery, you cannot afford to have anything less than the most experienced and dedicated legal counsel. You may be at risk of facing serious jail time as well as heavy fines, and your reputation may never recover from a conviction of this kind. Talk to an Atlanta white collar criminal attorney at Conaway & Strickler today and you can learn more about how we can defend your rights and protect your future.

Facing criminal charges for forgery? Contact an Atlanta forgery defense lawyer at our firm today.