Faking

/ˈfeɪkɪŋ/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The act of fraudulently imitating or falsifying documents, signatures, or evidence to deceive in legal contexts.
    The defendant was charged with faking documents to support his claim.

Commentary

Often involves intent to deceive; precise drafting must distinguish it from related offenses like forgery or fraud.

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