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Leyes sobre cheques sin fondos en Illinois

Datos clave

IndicadorCifra
Monto a partir del cual es delito grave[1]$150Año 2026
Plazo del aviso[1]30 díasAño 2026
  • Daños civilesIf the check amount is not paid within 30 days after a written demand, a civil action may recover the amount owing plus treble damages of not less than 100 dollars nor more than 1,500 dollars, plus attorney's fees and court costs, under 720 ILCS 5/17-1(E).[1]
  • Pena por delito graveIssuing a bad check is a Class 4 felony when the value of property obtained exceeds 150 dollars in a single transaction or in separate transactions within a 90 day period, or on a second or later offense, under 720 ILCS 5/17-1.[1]
  • Pena por delito menorIssuing a bad check is a Class A misdemeanor unless the value of property obtained exceeds 150 dollars in a single transaction or in separate transactions within a 90 day period, under 720 ILCS 5/17-1.[1]
  • Ley citada720 ILCS 5/17-1, deceptive practices[1]

Reglas de préstamos en Illinois: Leyes de préstamos en Illinois.

Fuentes

  1. Illinois General Assembly. 720 ILCS 5/17-1, Deceptive practices.