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Can you summarize 720 ILCS 5/17-1?
DECEPTION (Source: P.A. 96-1551, eff. 7-1-11.) >
Short Summary
This legal document, known as Section 17-1 of the Criminal Code of 2012 under the Illinois Compiled Statutes, governs deceptive practices, bad checks, and bank-related fraud. It applies to any person who commits deceptive practices, issues bad checks, or engages in bank-related fraud. The document outlines various actions that constitute deceptive practices, such as causing another person to execute a document disposing of property or incurring a pecuniary obligation through deception or threat, knowingly receiving deposits in an insolvent financial institution, or making false or deceptive statements to promote the sale of property or services. The document also covers the issuance of bad checks, including checks that will not be paid by the depository and checks exceeding $150 that are not paid within 7 days of dishonor. Additionally, the document addresses bank-related fraud, including making false statements to obtain accounts or credit from financial institutions, possessing stolen or fraudulently obtained checks, and possessing implements of check fraud. The penalties for non-compliance or violation of the document’s provisions range from Class A misdemeanors to Class 4 felonies, depending on the specific offense committed.
Whom does it apply to?
Any person who commits deceptive practices, issues bad checks, or engages in bank-related fraud
What does it govern?
Deceptive practices, bad checks, and bank-related fraud
What are exemptions?
No exemptions are mentioned.
What are the Penalties?
The commission of a deceptive practice is a Class A misdemeanor, except when the value of the property obtained exceeds $150, which is a Class 4 felony. Issuing bad checks exceeding $150 is a Class 4 felony. Violating bank-related fraud provisions is a Class 4 felony.
Jurisdiction
Illinois