Key facts
| Measure | Figure |
|---|---|
| Felony threshold amount[1] | $1,500Year 2026 |
| Notice period[2] | 30 daysYear 2026 |
| Service fee maximum[2] | $35Year 2026 |
- Civil damages ruleA drawer of a dishonored check that goes unpaid 30 days after notice of dishonor is liable for the check amount, a collection fee of up to 35 dollars, and an amount up to twice the check amount but not more than 1,000 dollars.[2]
- Misdemeanor penaltyUnder Md. Criminal Law Section 8-106, a bad check for property or services under 100 dollars is a misdemeanor with up to 90 days or a 500 dollar fine; 100 to under 1,500 dollars is a misdemeanor with up to 1 year or a 500 dollar fine; 1,500 dollars or more is a felony with tiers up to 20 years for 100,000 dollars or more.[1]
- Statute citationMd. Code Ann., Criminal Law Section 8-103[3]
Lending rules in Maryland: Maryland lending laws.
Sources
- Maryland General Assembly. Maryland Criminal Law Section 8-106.
- Maryland General Assembly. Maryland Commercial Law Section 15-802.
- Maryland General Assembly. Maryland Criminal Law Section 8-103.