is possessing a fake press pass illegal?

Question

is possessing a fake press pass illegal?

if it has the name of a real newspaper/agency?

if the name on the pass isn't yours?

if you use the pass to gain entry to an event?

my friend works for the AP, and i scanned his press pass (with his permission). i took out all identifying info, put in a fake name, and printed it up nicely. then i glued on a passport photo from walgreens, laminated it, and attached a neck lanyard. i even "aged" it a little so it looks like i've had it for a while.

all in all, it looks awesome...reeeally awesome!

combined with a vest, and the right attitude, i think this pass could definitely get me into some cool shooting situations.

i'm considering making another with my real name, since my biggest concern is the legality of using a false name. any help??

thanks,
wiley snap

p.s. i'm not looking for any moral guidance here. please limit replies to legal issues.

Answer 1

illegal.

If nothing else if you are discovered inside a place you have no right to be in you are trespassing. But I am sure you would be breaking several other laws.

Answer 2

I don't think there are laws against that. You using another name is somewhat iffy, but it's not like a government issue ID.
In fact you can make up a pass for yourself, and consider yourself a free lancer. Invent a good sounding name for the news organization you represent. Could even be a school paper.

Answer 3

Identity impersonation.. Umm what do you think? Yup...

Dont believe me?? Try it.. see how many days you spend in jail and tell us all what the court out come is..

Its basic identity fraud.. federal offense.. and a felony..

Answer 4

anythg which is fake is illegal...practically & as per law

Answer 5

sorry this is illegal. misrepresentation!