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SB 1307: False or forged instruments.
What SB 1307 does, verified August 23, 2026
<blockquote> <p>This bill amends section 115 of the Penal Code to allow a defendant to stipulate to the voiding of a false or forged instrument in place of a prosecuting agency's motion. The court would then issue an order adjudging the instrument void ab initio if the prosecution proves by clear and convincing evidence that the document is false or forged and no interested parties will be adversely affected.</p> </blockquote>
Bill journey
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Last action: Enrolled and presented to the Governor at 3 p.m. (2026-08-21)Alert me
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| Aug. 21, 2026 | Enrolled and presented to the Governor at 3 p.m. |
| Aug. 18, 2026 | Assembly amendments concurred in. (Ayes 39. Noes 0.) Ordered to engrossing and enrolling. |
| Aug. 18, 2026 | In Senate. Concurrence in Assembly amendments pending. |
| Aug. 17, 2026 | Read third time. Passed. Ordered to the Senate. |
| Jun. 25, 2026 | Read second time. Ordered to third reading. |