At some point, everyone has written a bad check. Sometimes it is by accident; other times, it is a willful, knowing act that could mean criminal fines. Today, Law in Your Life host Angela Wilson finds out what you need to know about writing bad checks from Audrain County Prosecutor Jason Lamb.
What happens when you write a bad check? When do prosecutors get involved?
What penalties do you face if convicted of knowingly writing bad checks?
Can you be sued in both civil and criminal court for passing bad checks?
You can also listen to the full interview with Jason Lamb on writing bad checks below.
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i have a friend thats being charged for writting bad checks in missouri that she didnt write how long can she get it would be her frist offence.she reported them stole to her bank but they wont release that information how would i get that info from them.
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Bad news for everyone. Why are we held responsible for checks we didn't write.
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