Key facts
| Measure | Figure |
|---|---|
| Felony threshold amount[1] | $150Year 2025 |
| Notice period[2] | 30 daysYear 2025 |
- Civil damages ruleIf the amount owing is not paid in cash within 30 days after a written demand, a civil action may recover the amount owing plus damages of triple that amount, never less than 50 dollars, plus court costs and reasonable attorney fees, under Fla. Stat. Section 68.065.[2]
- Felony penaltyA worthless check of 150 dollars or more is a third degree felony under Fla. Stat. Section 832.05 when the payee or a later holder receives something of value for it.[1]
- Misdemeanor penaltyA worthless check under 150 dollars is a first degree misdemeanor under Fla. Stat. Section 832.05.[1]
- Service fee maximumA service charge of 25 dollars if the face value is 50 dollars or less, 30 dollars if it is over 50 up to 300 dollars, 40 dollars if it is over 300 dollars, or 5 percent of the face value, whichever is greater, plus bank fees actually incurred, under Fla. Stat. Section 68.065.[2]
- Statute citationFla. Stat. Section 832.05[1]
Lending rules in Florida: Florida lending laws.