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Uttering
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A quick definition of Uttering:
Term: Uttering
Definition: Uttering is when someone tries to use a fake paper or document as if it were real, with the intention of tricking someone else.
A more thorough explanation:
Definition: Uttering is a crime where someone tries to pass off a fake document as real, with the intention of cheating or deceiving someone.
Example: If someone creates a fake check and tries to deposit it into their bank account, they are committing uttering.
Explanation: In this example, the person is trying to pass off a fake check as a real one, with the intention of getting money they are not entitled to. This is a clear case of uttering, as they are using a forged instrument (the fake check) to try and defraud the bank.