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A bad check is also known as a hot check and writing one is illegal. Banks normally charge a fee to anyone who unintentionally writes a bad check. The punishment for trying to pass a bad check intentionally ranges from a misdemeanor to a felony.

If the check amount was under $150, the crime is a first-degree misdemeanor which is punishable up to 365 days in jail and a $1,000 fine. If the value is $150 or more, the crime is a third-degree felony which is punishable up to 5 years in prison and a $5,000 fine.

Generally the issuing of a worthless check for $150 or more for services or merchandise is a Third Degree Felony and if convicted the maker of the check could receive up to 5 years in prison and/or $5,000 fine.

Generally the issuing of a worthless check for $150 or more for services or merchandise is a Third Degree Felony and if convicted the maker of the check could receive up to 5 years in prison and/or $5,000 fine.

The Bad Check Diversion Program (BCDP) is a diversion program designed to obtain restitution and a service fee for you, the complainant without processing the case through the criminal justice system. A processing fee is paid by the check writer to help defray the costs of running the diversion program.

You should send the writer of the check a notice, by certified or registered mail with a return receipt requested or by First Class U.S. Mail with an Affidavit of Service, giving them fifteen (15) days from the receipt of your letter in order to pay you the face amount of the check, plus a service charge of $25.00 (if ...