Bad Check Laws In Kansas

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Below are the civil and criminal penalties for writing a bad check in Kansas as covered under State Statutes Chapter 60. — PROCEDURE, CIVIL, Article 26. — GENERAL PROVISIONS, 60-2610 - Civil liability for worthless check.

If the payer does not make good on the dishonored check (plus fees) following a written demand for payment by the payee within 14 days of receiving such notice, then the following may result in a civil and criminal action:

Civil Penalties: Giver of the bad check is liable for the amount of the check, the incurred court costs, the costs of restricted mail and the service charge and the costs of collection, including but not limited to reasonable attorney fees plus an amount equal to the greater of the following: (1) triple the amount of the check, but not exceeding the amount of the check by more than $500; or (2) $100.

Criminal Penalties: Checks less than $1,000, is a Class A misdemeanor unless they have previous convictions within 5 years. If there are previous convictions, the party may be charged with a level 9 felony. Check amounts between $1,000 and $24,999, may result in being charged with a level 9 felony. Dishonored check amounts of $25,000 or more, is a level 7 felony.



For more information on bad check laws and for criminal and civil penalties in other states for writing bad checks, please read Bad Check Laws

Check with your state statutes or a attorney for the most current information on Kansas bad check laws.

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