Utica Man Pleads No Contest to Forgery Charge

Braxton L. Devor faces up to 4 years in prison for passing fraudulent cashier's check

Apr. 9, 2026 at 6:48am

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Braxton L. Devor, a 20-year-old man from Utica, Nebraska, has pleaded no contest to a first-degree forgery charge in York County District Court. According to court documents, Devor passed a fraudulent cashier's check at a business in York. Devor has a significant criminal history, including prior convictions for certificate of title violations, impersonating a peace officer, and unauthorized use of a financial transaction device.

Why it matters

Forgery and fraud crimes can have serious financial and legal consequences for both businesses and individuals. This case highlights the importance of verifying the authenticity of financial documents and the need for stricter enforcement to deter repeat offenders.

The details

Devor pleaded no contest to the first-degree forgery charge and is scheduled to be sentenced on June 8. Upon conviction, he is facing a possible maximum sentence of four years in prison with two years of post-release supervision and a $25,000 fine.

  • Devor was convicted of certificate of title violations in Jefferson County in 2024.
  • In 2025, Devor was convicted of impersonating a peace officer in Lancaster County.
  • In 2025, Devor was a suspect in a fraud case in Seward County.
  • In 2025, Devor was charged with unauthorized use of a financial transaction device in Seward County.
  • Devor will be sentenced on June 8, 2026.

The players

Braxton L. Devor

A 20-year-old man from Utica, Nebraska, who has pleaded no contest to a first-degree forgery charge.

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What’s next

Upon sentencing, the judge will determine the length of Devor's prison term and any additional penalties.

The takeaway

This case highlights the need for businesses to be vigilant in verifying the authenticity of financial documents and for the criminal justice system to impose stricter penalties on repeat offenders to deter future crimes.