In any prosecution for falsifying business records, it is an
affirmative defense that the defendant was a clerk, bookkeeper or other
employee who, without personal benefit, merely executed the orders of
his employer or of a superior officer or employee generally authorized
to direct his activities.
Structure New York Laws
Title K - Offenses Involving Fraud
Article 175 - Offenses Involving False Written Statements
175.00 - Definitions of Terms.
175.05 - Falsifying Business Records in the Second Degree.
175.10 - Falsifying Business Records in the First Degree.
175.15 - Falsifying Business Records; Defense.
175.20 - Tampering With Public Records in the Second Degree.
175.25 - Tampering With Public Records in the First Degree.
175.30 - Offering a False Instrument for Filing in the Second Degree.
175.35 - Offering a False Instrument for Filing in the First Degree.