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I have a friend who is re-paying a loan to me. The last 3 checks he wrote, one for the last week of May 2009, one for the 2nd week of July and one for the last of July 2009, all of which I mailed on July 29th to my credit union in Fla. were returned unpaid. He has known about this since early July. I am getting nowhere talking to him and his bank will not verify funds. I am also out $84 in fees at this point + $200 face value of checks. I am in Philadelphia, Pa. What do I do?
Each state has its own policy and laws when dealing with bad checks. In some states it has been made a civil matter while in other states it remains a criminal matter. You didn't say whether it was closed account or insufficient funds which would make a big difference in MY state. Either way contact your local police and find out how your state/county handles bad check prosecutions.
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Jack Toomey
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Please do not ask me about potential jail sentences that you, your friends, or family might receive in court. There is no way for me to know that. Only a judge could answer a question like that. I am also NOT a probation officer or parole officer so I cannot answer questions that relate to parole or probation. Also please keep in mind that every state has different laws. If you are planning to ask a question about a specific law or criminal charge that pertains to your state only it could be difficult to answer. I also cannot give you legal advice on what to do or what not to do in court. Retired police officer with 26 years experience. Worked in the patrol division as well as over 14 years in the detective bureau. Investigated a wide range of crime such as murder, rape, robbery, theft, fraud, missing persons, and other very sensitive crimes. I am available to answer your questions about criminal law and especially as it applies to police work. I taught at the police academy for several years and am especially knowledgeable about search and seizure. Any question about criminal law is welcome! Please don't ask me to do your homework or ask me questions that obviously come from your teachers or professors. I also do not do online interviews or surveys. Young people need to gain face to face interviewing skills. Local police officers usually are very agreeable to assist in these assignments.
Experience
I am a retired police officer with 26 years experience. I investigated almost every type of crime including murder, rape, theft, missing persons, fraud, and domestic abuse. I am very knowledgeable about search and seizure and taught at the police academy for several years on a variety of subjects. I can answer questions that a lot of attorneys cannot since they do not have "street experience".
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Bachelor of Science degree in Criminolgy from the University of Maryland.
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