Michigan law prohibits uttering, passing, or possessing counterfeit notes, bills, or currency with the intent to defraud. Violations can lead to felony charges with penalties including imprisonment and fines. The statutes specifically address both the act of passing counterfeit currency and possessing it with intent to distribute.
Uttering counterfeit notes involves passing, tendering, or using fake or altered bills as if they were genuine, with the intent to defraud.
Possessing counterfeit bills with intent to pass or utter them is a felony punishable by up to 5 years in prison and fines up to $2,500.
Yes, possessing counterfeit currency with intent to pass or utter can lead to felony charges, even if you haven't yet used the bills.
Yes, Michigan law applies to counterfeit bills from any state or country if they are brought into Michigan with intent to pass or utter.