North Dakota Code 12.1-31-09 – Fraudulent use of receipts and universal product code labels prohibited – Penalty
Except as otherwise provided in this section, any person who, with the intent to defraud a retailer, possesses, uses, utters, transfers, alters, counterfeits, or reproduces a retail sales receipt or a universal product code label is guilty of a class A misdemeanor. Any person who, with the intent to defraud a retailer, possesses fifteen or more fraudulent retail sales receipts or universal product code labels or who possesses a device the purpose of which is to manufacture fraudulent retail sales receipts or universal product code labels is guilty of a class C felony. For purposes of this section, “universal product code” means the twelve-digit identification number and bar code system developed by the uniform code council which is used to uniquely identify products.
Attorney's Note
Under the North Dakota Code, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class C felony | up to 5 years | up to $10,000 |
| Class A misdemeanor | up to 360 days | up to $3,000 |
Terms Used In North Dakota Code 12.1-31-09
- person: includes , where relevant, a corporation, limited liability company, partnership, unincorporated association, or other legal entity. See North Dakota Code 12.1-01-04
- Possesses: means an individual has:
a. See North Dakota Code 12.1-01-04