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Balls are for Bouncing, Not Checks

Posted by Scott Markowitz | Jul 20, 2026 | 0 Comments

📝💸 BOUNCED CHECK? IT COULD BE MORE THAN A FEE

Writing a check that bounces might seem like a simple mistake — but in some cases, it can turn into a criminal charge. ⚠️

Bad check charges can arise from:
🏦 Insufficient funds at the time of writing
🚫 Closed accounts
📉 Stop-payment orders made in bad faith
💰 Repeated bounced checks, even if unintentional

Depending on the amount and circumstances, this can be charged as anything from a misdemeanor to a felony — and consequences may include fines, restitution, or even jail time. 😬

Most people who face these charges didn't intend to defraud anyone — but intent matters, and it's not always obvious to prosecutors. If you've been accused of writing a bad check, don't handle it alone. ☎️

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Scott Markowitz

Scott Markowitz is a 2nd generation attorney, graduate of the University of Texas and the University of Houston Law School. He is a Texas Gulf Coast native and established the Markowitz Law Firm in 1994. "Empathetic and tenacious" is how some describe Scott. Those qualities coupled with his robu...

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