Understanding the Consequences of False Identification in Timber Sales
Hello, I’m Oklahoma City criminal defense attorney Dillan Savage of Wirth Law Office, and I practice primarily in the Oklahoma City, Oklahoma area. Today we are going to be talking about the criminal penalties that one can face for using false identification or false declarations of ownership in order to sell timber in the state of Oklahoma.
Specifically, we are going to be looking at Title 2, Section 16-66. If you’re not already familiar, individuals who buy timber for resale are required to receive evidence of ownership before completing the purchase. So, if you approach one of these buyers and use false identification or make a false declaration of ownership to sell timber, and you are convicted, you can be found guilty of either a felony or a misdemeanor.
The Legal Distinction: Felony vs. Misdemeanor
So what’s the difference between the two? It comes down to the value of the timber involved. If the value exceeds $200, it will be treated as a felony. Upon conviction, the penalty can include a fine of up to $10,000, up to five years in prison, or both.
If the timber is valued at $200 or less, the offense is a misdemeanor. That carries a possible fine of up to $1,000, up to one year in jail, or both.
The Risks of Engaging in Fraudulent Timber Sales
It’s simply not worth the risk to engage in false declarations or use fake identification when selling timber. The process is regulated, and you are likely to get caught.
If you found this video to be helpful, or believe it could help someone else, please go to TheOklahomaCityAttorney.com. My name is Dillan Savage, and I’m the Oklahoma City misdemeanor attorney with Wirth Law Office. Thank you for watching.
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