Legal Question in Criminal Law in Florida

Re: statue of limitations for writing bad checks in FL

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No, while the checks are within the statutes of limitations for prosecution, an attorney is prohibited from threatening criminal prosecution if you fail to pay. First of all, the attorney cannot file criminal charges as only the State of Florida can. Secondly, the Florida Bar prohibits such threats.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.

Re: statue of limitations for writing bad checks in FL

No.