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Can you summarize OHRC Section 2913.11?
Theft and Fraud > Passing bad checks.
Short Summary
This legal document, found in the Ohio Revised Code under Crimes-Procedure, governs the offense of passing bad checks. It defines key terms such as ‘check’ and ‘issue a check’. The document states that it is illegal for a person, with the purpose to defraud, to issue or transfer a check or other negotiable instrument knowing that it will be dishonored or that a stop payment has been ordered. The document also establishes presumptions of knowledge of dishonor under certain circumstances. The penalties for passing bad checks vary depending on the value of the check or checks or other negotiable instrument or instruments, ranging from a misdemeanor of the first degree to a felony of the third degree. The document provides provisions for aggregating multiple offenses within a specified period. The last update to this document was on June 15, 2021 at 5:45 PM.
Whom does it apply to?
Any person who issues or transfers a check or other negotiable instrument
What does it govern?
Passing bad checks
What are exemptions?
No exemptions are mentioned.
What are the Penalties?
Passing bad checks is a misdemeanor of the first degree. However, it can be a felony of the fifth, fourth, or third degree depending on the value of the check or checks or other negotiable instrument or instruments.
Jurisdiction
Ohio