What is the penalty for forging or imitating a seal, the signature of a government employee?

Anyone who imitates or forges, personally or through someone else, the seals, postal or financial stamps, marks of the government or its administration, the seal or signature of one of its employees, or government hallmarks for gold, silver, or other precious metals, shall be punished with temporary imprisonment for a period of no less than (5) years (Article 246 of the Federal Penal Code).

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