Michael Dean Riggan

This statute makes it illegal to forge a document—meaning to fake, alter, or create a false writing with intent to deceive or harm someone. This includes altering someone else's signature, changing dates on documents, creating fake copies of originals, or possessing forged documents intending to use them. A conviction is a Class E felony punishable by 1-6 years in prison and/or a fine up to $3,000. The penalty depends on the value involved, similar to theft charges.

Penalty: Class E felony; 1-6 years; fine up to $3,000

It is illegal to knowingly use, possess, deliver, or manufacture drug paraphernalia (equipment used to consume, produce, or test drugs, such as pipes, syringes, or meth labs). This is a Class A misdemeanor punishable by up to 11 months and 29 days in jail and a fine up to $2,500, but it can be enhanced to a Class E felony depending on circumstances.

Penalty: Class A misdemeanor; 11 months 29 days; fine up to $2,500

The offense is intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly blocking a highway or other passageway without legal right. This is a Class C misdemeanor punishable by up to 30 days in jail and/or a fine up to $50; however, it is enhanced to a Class E felony if the offense obstructs law enforcement or emergency responders, or if the defendant uses force, threat, or deception.

Penalty: Class C misdemeanor; 30 days; fine up to $50