Key facts
| Measure | Figure |
|---|---|
| Felony threshold amount[1] | $2,000Year 2026 |
| Service fee maximum[2] | $35Year 2026 |
- Misdemeanor penaltyUnder North Carolina law, writing a worthless check for 2,000 dollars or less is generally a Class 3 misdemeanor, rising to a Class 1 misdemeanor if the account is nonexistent or was closed by the drawer or bank, or on a fourth or later conviction under this section.[1]
- Statute citationN.C. Gen. Stat. Section 14-107[1]
Lending rules in North Carolina: North Carolina lending laws.
Sources
- North Carolina General Assembly. GS 14-107 - Worthless checks; multiple presentment of checks.
- North Carolina General Assembly. GS 25-3-506 - Collection of processing fee for returned checks.