Patrick Alexander, 33, from Chesterfield County, S.C., faces new felony charges after allegedly attempting to pay his $250 trespassing bond with counterfeit $100 bills during his March 16, 2026, hearing at the county detention center. After receiving his belongings, he handed the judge three fake bills—marked by odd coloring and Chinese writing on the back—saying to “keep the change,” but a counterfeit pen confirmed they were phony.
Incident Breakdown
- Deputies returned his property post-bond set by Magistrate John Davis.
- The bills failed basic inspection, leading to immediate evidence hold.
- Alexander, already in custody for trespassing (arrested March 14), got hit with counterfeit/forgery charges; reports note his bond jumped over $6,000, plus possible contempt.
This bold courtroom stunt underscores counterfeit risks even in judicial settings—classic Chesterfield County sheriff’s case in your local news wheelhouse. Sheriff’s Office will update on court dates.
