How can I pay off a bad check that went to the worthless check program with out taking the class and paying the extra fee?
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How can I pay off a bad check that went to the worthless check program with out taking the class and paying the extra fee?
I had a check bounce at a grocery store. It was a mistake on my part. I intend to pay; I moved out of state for a job and forgot all about the bounced check.I just received a letter from the bad check restitution program wanting me to pay $450; the check was for $211. I can’t afford the $450 and I can’t get back to take this class they want me to take. I just want to make good on the check and send them a money order.
Asked on October 24, 2011 under Bankruptcy Law, California
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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
The best way to resolve the issue on the bad check is to send a check for the amount that failed to negotiate to the grocery store with a written agreement for the manager to date, sign and return to you in a self addressed stamped envelope.
The agreement should state that the payment of the check sent with the letter is payment in full. Make sure you reference the new check's number and its date. Keep a copy of the letter for future reference.
The manager may or may not accept the check or sign the agreement and return it to you. However, it is worth a shot. If you get the signed agreement from the grocery store, then you deal with the bad check restitution program advising it that the dispute has been resolved sending a copy of the written agreement hopefully signed by the manager of the grocery store.
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