Indiana Code 35-43-5-23. Notary fraud; notarial fraud
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Sec. 23. (a) The following terms are defined for this section:
For details, see Ind. Code § 35-50-2-7
(2) “Notarial officer” has the meaning set forth in IC 33-42-0.5-19.
(1) “Acknowledgment” has the meaning set forth in IC 33-42-0.5-2.
Attorney's Note
Under the Indiana Code, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Level 6 felony | between 6 mos. and 2 1/2 years | up to $10,000 |
Terms Used In Indiana Code 35-43-5-23
- Affidavit: A written statement of facts confirmed by the oath of the party making it, before a notary or officer having authority to administer oaths.
- Fraud: Intentional deception resulting in injury to another.
(b) A notarial officer who, with intent to defraud, knowingly or intentionally:
(1) affixes a person’s signature to a blank affidavit or certificate of acknowledgment; and
(2) delivers that affidavit or certificate to another person;
with the intent that it be used as an affidavit or acknowledgment commits notary fraud, a Level 6 felony.
(c) A person who knowingly or intentionally uses an affidavit or certificate described in subsection (b) for any purpose commits notarial fraud, a Level 6 felony.
As added by P.L.128-2017, SEC.26. Amended by P.L.59-2018, SEC.65.