Some have found themselves in the unfortunate position of not having enough money in their checking account to be able to write a check for groceries, rent or other household items. While it may seem relatively harmless to write a check without having the funds currently available in your account, it is actually a criminal offense in the state of Florida.
Penalties for Writing Worthless Checks
If you write a check valued at less than $150 you could be charged with a 1st degree misdemeanor. Penalties for this type of crime include up to 12 months in jail and fines up to $1,000.
If the check you write is valued at more than $150 you could be charged with a 3rd degree felony offense and face penalties including up to 5 years in state prison and fines up to $5,000.
In addition, a record of your arrest, the charges filed against you and any conviction you may receive will all go on your permanent criminal record.
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