I knowingly wrote a bad check. Can I go to jail or prison. I live in Michigan.?
151749
I'd say it depends on what you wrote the check for. If it was something related to a crime (paying a ticket, or something), maybe. In most cases, bouncing a check will just end up costing you money.
277045
You will not be arrested or go to prison unless it can be proven that you ran up your card with the intent to fraud.  \n\nDon't let the collection people scary you, they like to imply you will be arrested.\n\nCan you afford to pay a little bit each month?  Do you have any other debts?  You can work out some sort of agreement with the credit card folks.  Ask them to lower your interest rates.  \n\nBe sure to work out an agreement IN WRITING that if you continue to try and pay off the debt, they must agree not to place anything on your credit history.  Why pay off the debt and still have a ruined credit report?  \n\nUse the sample letter below as a template.\n\nGood luck
577487
Yep, contact the person in charge of human resources at your local office, at the regional office and headquarters. The next thing to do is call the police and get it on file that you are claiming theft of our check. That way, if someone did take it and cash it, you will still have a chance to get it back. Do it now!!!  If that check is already cashed, there is probably little you can do, other than call a lawyer which would probably cost more than your check is worth.
945412
If this is a legitimate post.\n\nThen you have really made the BIGGEST MISTAKE of your life, as you have ADMITTED online YOU were behind the wheel of the car. \n\nYour wrap sheet is going to look good;\nD.U.I\nReckless driving\nProperty damage (the other car)\nLeaving the scene of an accident\nCareless behaviour towards another person, involved in a accident.\n\nI am sure the police will find plenty more to add to this list.\n\nYou moron what real treasue you are NOT!, and stupid to boot because you had to tell/ask about it online, gosh the judge is going to have fun with you. \n\nEnjoy walking every where, that is if the judge does not throw your ass in jail.
733000
It doesnt matter how much money.  Forgery is forgery and it is a felony.  Felony= jail time.  Unless you get lucky and get probabtion.  Get a good lawyer.
151143
Have you paid your debt to the bank(s) where you wrote bad checks?  If not, do so first.  If so, request that they issue you a statement on bank letterhead that you have paid all debts to them.  With that letter, banks will be more willing to make an exception.  Without it, it won't be likely.
727323
been there done that...trust me if this kid can get a job any one can I use to be the queen of failures to appear on traffic tickets..\nmoved to ohio .. got a job wrote the judge.. asking for payments\non about 1500.00 in fines..tickets aint nothing ..your best bet is to lie on your application if they ask about tickets and stuff.. they usually only ask about felonys..most places dont check..traffic tickets etc.....
490066
You could report it to the local police.  This also involves a federal offense... if you want your sister to go to federal jail then report if not give her a chance to pay your mother back and if not report it.  Let her know that you are VERY serious.\n\nI had this happen with my father.  I worked for two weeks and told him to send me the check I get in the mail.. since I was in college and paying for everything myself.  He takes the check of almost 300 dollars and cashes it and spends the money.  He dodged me for about three months... I could have reported him but he has paid me back some but not much.  Also, I've learned not to trust him like I used to.  I never lived with him, trusted him with anything important to me again.... so you live and you learn.  \n\nThink before you do something you might regret b/c God knows all and sees all... you dont have to be the judge.. God will do so.  Just try and get her to pay her back even if it's just 20 or 30 her and there... \n\nGood luck!
996260
look up the corrections site for your state, it usually has records of current criminals for free. Michigan does, but I noticed colorado doesn't so It will depend on your state.
960110
http://www.michigan.gov/corrections\n This is the site you need to go to. Im from Michigan as well and have had to use it a few time myself.
939269
Well, kiddo you should have taken care of the fine right away but, since you did not you will have to suffer whatever the law states in your particular circumstance.\nTurn yourself in, if you have the opportunity to go before a judge that would be the best option. If you have a clean record other than that you may get by with probation & a fine.\nGood luck.
179999
http://www.state.mi.us/mdoc/asp/otis2.html This page should get you where you need to go. I am on there also. Not all people that go to prison are horrible thug criminals. I was inmate 278390 Last name Summers my pretty pic is up there also, sadly. Anyways hope I could help.
262920
Nope... sometimes they'll let you pay in can goods. You should ask your probation officer.
337606
The warrant was issued to remedy the outstanding worthless checks and is normal proceeding. However, there are some vaibles you left out such as the total dollar ammount of the checks you gave to Wal Mart, and that ammount will determine the seriousness of the offense. Each state has a dollar ammount that divides misdemeanor crimes from felony crimes. \n     The fact that you didn't receive anything in the mail from Wal Mart is irrelevant since you knew the checks were worthless when you gave them to Wal Mart.      \n     Any person charged with a crime in the United States has the right to be represented by an attorney, even if they cannot afford one. The court will appoint an attorney to represent you at no cost to you should you be taken into custody. (Remember your Miranda Rights... "you have the right to remain silent.....")\n      In the mean time, you can contact your public defenders office and seek advice from them. Other resources include legal aide which is usually free advice and web sites such as megalaw.com and findlaw.com. Both have paid and free search engines that cover criminal and traffic laws, plus you can search case law to see what the trend for certain offenses has been in your state. You can also contact the Prosecuting/State's attorneys office direct and talk to them about the situation since they are the ones who represent crime victims and will be the attorneys you will have to face should you find yourself in a courtroom. \n      Finally, you can contact your district/magistrate court and and speak with them about making payment arrangements to take care of the outstanding debt. Some states offer probation before judgement which means they give you an opportunity to make the situation right without going to jail if you have a clean criminal history prior to this offense.\n      Remember, since there is a warrant for your arrest, any officer you come into contact with who runs your license will be made aware of the outstaning warrant. You'll place yourself in a much better light if you turn yourself in versus making the police come and find you.
954416
I don't think it really matters the amount of the check or which state.  Its illegal regardless and you very well could do time if whomever's account you wrote them on presses charges.
926147
Contact the sate attorney general's office in California under the consumer protection division.  What this person did could be construed as a felony, and they will end up in jail.  It falls under federal jurisdiction as well because they used an interstate commerce (the internet) to commit fraud.  You can sue them later, but that will involve filing it in a California court.  The criminal court will get you your money back and you will have the satisfaction of knowing this person is in jail.  They may even get you a little extra in restitution.\n\nContact your local district attorney's office as well.  Your local police department can help, but all they will do is take a statement and contact the DA for getting in contact with CA.\n\nDO NOT CONTACT THIS PERSON ANYMORE.  If you alert them to a criminal investigation, they could take steps to make it more difficult for law enforcement to find them.\n\nContact your bank or credit card company immediately.  They will submit a claim and may be able to put a lein on the thief's account, and may be able to get your funds back faster.\n\nGoodluck!
863494
contact the prison, they may not want you to send cash, they may make it be money orders or checks or you may have to hand deliver.