The Check Fraud Division is responsible for prosecuting the offense of theft by check. This office takes the reports of criminal conduct directly from the victim and then attempts to collect the restitution for loss. If the office is unable to obtain restitution, we prosecute the crime by filing a criminal case. The offense of theft by check occurs when an individual presents a check in exchange for goods or services and the check is not honored by the financial institution because of insufficient funds, a closed account, or a stop payment order.
