Counterfeiting of Obligations or Securities of the US in James City County – What Is Your Best Defense?

In James City County, counterfeiting of obligations or securities of the US is a federal felony under 18 U.S.C. § 471, carrying up to 20 years in prison. Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. has 5 documented case results in James City County. Former prosecutor Mr. Sris leads your defense.

Last verified: April 2026 | Williamsburg/James City County GDC | 18 U.S.C. § 471 (official US Code)

Under federal law, counterfeiting of obligations or securities of the US means falsely making, forging, or altering any US currency, bond, or security with intent to defraud. This includes printing fake $20 bills or forging Treasury bonds. The statute, 18 U.S.C. § 471, applies to any person who “with intent to defraud, falsely makes, forges, or alters any obligation or other security of the United States.” In James City County, these cases are investigated by the US Secret Service and prosecuted by the US Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Virginia (EDVA). A conviction carries up to 20 years in federal prison. The law also covers possession of counterfeit obligations under 18 U.S.C. § 472. Your defense requires a lawyer who understands federal procedure and the specific evidence standards in EDVA.

For the full text of the federal counterfeiting statute, see 18 U.S.C. § 471 (Cornell LII – official US Code). For court procedures in the Eastern District of Virginia, visit the US District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia (official court website).

In James City County, federal counterfeiting cases typically begin with a Secret Service investigation. Your first court appearance will be at the federal courthouse in Richmond or Norfolk. The prosecutor must prove you intended to defraud. A strong defense often focuses on lack of intent or mistaken identity.

1. Step 1: Secure legal representation immediately. Contact Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. before speaking to investigators.
2. Step 2: Do not consent to a search. Assert your right to remain silent.
3. Step 3: Your lawyer will request a detention hearing. We will argue for pretrial release.
4. Step 4: Discovery review. We will examine all evidence, including Secret Service reports and forensic analysis.
5. Step 5: File pretrial motions. We may move to suppress evidence or dismiss the indictment.
6. Step 6: Negotiate or prepare for trial. We will seek a favorable plea or take your case to a jury.

In James City County, counterfeiting of obligations or securities of the US carries up to 20 years in federal prison, fines up to $250,000, and mandatory restitution.

Results may vary. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.

Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. was founded in 1997 by former prosecutor Mr. Sris. The firm has over 120 years of combined legal experience and has handled 4,739+ case results firm-wide across VA, MD, NJ, NY, and DC, with a 93%+ favorable outcome rate. Mr. Sris personally amended Va. Code § 20-107.3 (equitable distribution statute). Our team includes former prosecutors and a former Virginia State Trooper. We provide strong defense for federal counterfeiting charges in James City County.

In James City County, Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. has 5 total documented case results across all practice areas (100% favorable outcome rate). Firm-wide, we have 4,739+ case results with a 93%+ favorable outcome rate across VA, MD, NJ, NY, and DC.

Results may vary. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.

Our Richmond location is approximately 50 miles from the Williamsburg/James City County GDC, accessible via I-64 and Route 199. We serve clients in Williamsburg, Norge, Toano, and Lightfoot. Counterfeiting of Obligations or Securities of the US lawyer near James City County – we are here to help.