2013 Maryland Code
CRIMINAL LAW
§ 8-605 - Counterfeiting of public documents
§8-605.
(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.
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