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Misconduct & Prohibited Acts

Which crime-class and term pairing is correct?

A

Forgery in the second degree — class D felony — up to 7 years.

B

Issuing a false certificate — class D felony — up to 7 years.

C

Official misconduct — class E felony — up to 4 years.

D

Perjury — class A misdemeanor — up to 1 year.

Correct Answer

A. Forgery in the second degree — class D felony — up to 7 years.

AI Explanation

Another punishment-comparison question, but with a different correct crime. Penal Law §170.10 makes forgery in the second degree a class D felony, and Penal Law §70.00(2)(d) allows a maximum term of seven years. Not to be confused with issuing a false certificate under §175.40, which is class E, or official misconduct under §195.00, which is class A misdemeanor.

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