Acknowledging Bail in the Name of Another Flashcards
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Q: What is the offence of acknowledging bail in the name of another?
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S34 Forgery Act 1861
This offence occurs where a person impersonates another person for the purpose of acting as a surety, as well as pretending to be a bail defendant.
It is aimed at preventing the true course of public justice.
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Q: What type of offence is it? What is the max sentence?
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Triable on indictment- max sentence 7 years.
