A California couple could face years in federal prison after prosecutors say they forged a federal judge's signature in an attempt to get their four children back. ⠀ Authorities accuse Alan Cadena and LayCee Sprouse of submitting fake court paperwork after the Department of Public Social Services removed the children over allegations of neglect and drug abuse concerns. ⠀ The documents were filed as part of a federal civil rights lawsuit, but the judge later confirmed she never issued the purported order. ⠀ If convicted, both face up to five years behind bars. Prosecutors say Cadena also violated federal immigration laws. ▻