Michigan Court of Appeals August 7, 1978, Docket 77-555 (People v. Hodgins)

T. M. Burns, J.

The central issue in this case is whether one who opens a checking account using the name, identification and address of another person is guilty of forgery under MCL 750.248; MSA 28.445, when she writes a check on that account for more than the balance. In ruling on various defense motions, the trial court ruled yes. We disagree and reverse.