There is no set universal penalty. The act would need to be reported to the authorities. A criminal complaint would need to be filed, a trial, a verdict, and the state judge would impose the penalty.
going to jail.
You can be arrested for this crime and if you are convicted, you could expect jail time or a fine. Forging a signature is a form of stealing identity.
Three years to five years in jail.
Penalty for forging a NJ License is $150,000 fine or up to 10 years in prison
my sister-in-law cashed her ex-husbands social security check, forging his signature, while the ex was in jail. What are her penalties now that her action has been found?
No. Forging a signature is a crime.
Penalty for forging a NJ License is $150,000 fine or up to 10 years in prison
Yes.
Yes. It is.
Back taxes. Lots and lots of back taxes. See IRS publication 17 at http://www.irs.gov
Forging a notary public's official signature is a felony, punishable by law. It is considered fraud. A notary public signs their signature and also uses a metal crimper that has the official information on it, along with a rubber stamp.
No. The word "forge" specifically indicates the illegal misrepresentation of oneself.