Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in California
I received a check for services rendered from a married couple. The checking account was in both of their names, the check bounced for insufficient funds. It is my understanding that maximum amount of claim in small claims court is $7500.00. Can I file a claim against each the husband and wife for the amount of $7500.00 each? The bad check amount is $17,775.00. Or must I be satisfied with the possibility of recovering only $7500.00.
Roland
1 Answer from Attorneys
No, you cannot sue each husband and wife for $7,500 to try and recover $15,000. You can either sue for $7,500 in small claims court, or file a Superior Court lawsuit and recover the entire amount due. Have you contacted the County District Attorney in your area to inquire about their bad check program?
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