Defenses to a Utah Forgery Charge
To obtain a forgery conviction, the prosecution generally must prove that you acted knowingly and for fraudulent or deceitful purposes. If you come into possession of a document that you believe to be real, you should not be convicted of forgery for transferring or attempting to use this document. If you genuinely believe you have authority to sign a document on behalf of another, such as an employer or family member, this may be a defense to a forgery charge.