Bad check laws in Oklahoma

Key facts

• Criminal threshold amountObtaining money or property worth less than $1,000 with a false or bogus check is a misdemeanor under Okla. Stat. tit. 21, Section 1541.1 ($1,000).^[1]
• Misdemeanor penaltyA fine of up to $1,000, up to one year in county jail, or both, for a bogus check under $1,000 under Okla. Stat. tit. 21, Section 1541.1.^[1]
• Statute citationOkla. Stat. tit. 21, Section 1541.1, bogus checks under $1,000^[1]
• Statute of limitationsProsecution for a false or bogus check under Okla. Stat. tit. 21, Sections 1541.1 through 1541.4 must begin within five years of the offense, per Okla. Stat. tit. 22, Section 152(F) (5 years).^[2]

Sources

1. Oklahoma State Courts Network. Obtaining Property by Trick or Deception - Attempt - False Representation or Pretense - Confidence Game - Penalty.
2. Oklahoma State Courts Network. Limitations in General.