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Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
(1) A person commits the crime of identity fraud if he or she without lawful authority:
(a) Makes, counterfeits, alters, or mutilates any personal identification document with the intent to deceive another; or
(b) Willfully and knowingly obtains, possesses, uses, sells or furnishes or attempts to obtain, possess, or furnish to another person for any purpose of deception a personal identification document.
(2)(a) Identity fraud is a Class I misdemeanor. Any second or subsequent conviction under this subdivision is a Class IV felony.
(b) A person found guilty of violating this section may, in addition to the penalties under this subsection, be ordered to make restitution pursuant to sections 29-2280 to 29-2289.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Nebraska Revised Statutes Chapter 28. Crimes and Punishments § 28-640. Identity fraud; penalty; restitution - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ne/chapter-28-crimes-and-punishments/ne-rev-st-sect-28-640/
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