Legal Question in Criminal Law in Arizona

bad check

What is the law regarding bad check writing in Az? and how do they prosecute for first time offenders? (Being charged with a felony for under $5,000 and can show no intent- does that matter?)


Asked on 9/26/06, 5:54 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Christopher Winchell Winchell Law, PLC

Re: bad check

Issuing a bad check under Arizona Statute 13-1807 is a class one misdemeanor, punishable by a maximum of 6 months confinement and a $2500 fine. You may be offered a diversion program for a first time offense, whereby you agree to pay back the money and go through some classes.

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Answered on 9/26/06, 6:12 pm


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