Full question:
I received counterfeit money orders in the mail and sent my daughter to the place they are drawn from to see if they were good. She was sent to a bank to have them verified and was arrested for forgery. How can she be prosecuted for forgery when she didn't sign anything and I told the cops they came in my name. I even gave them the UPS envelope they came in! The report that they turned in was misstated and the amount and number of money orders is wrong on the report. I tried to get a lawyer for my daughter, but could not afford one. Now, we can't get a public defender. How is this being brought against her?
- Category: Criminal
- Date:
- State: Indiana
Answer:
I recommend reaching out to your local legal aid society for assistance. In Indiana, forgery is defined under IC 35-43-5-2. A person can be charged with forgery if they knowingly or intentionally create or present a document that appears to have been made by someone else or with different provisions, intending to defraud. This includes possessing multiple counterfeit instruments that are made to look like they were authorized by someone who did not give permission.
Even if your daughter did not sign anything, she could still face charges if it is believed she intended to defraud the bank by presenting the counterfeit money orders. The police report's inaccuracies regarding the money orders may not change the fundamental nature of the charges against her.
Since you mentioned difficulties in obtaining a public defender, it’s crucial to explore legal aid options that may provide representation or guidance in this situation. Users can search for state-specific legal templates at .
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