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The job of the District Attorneys Criminal Division is criminal prosecution. However, the Nevada Statutes allow us to set up a Bad Check Diversion Unit in lieu of that prosecution if so desired by the offender. The primary goal of the Bad Check Diversion Unit is to expedite the process of obtaining 100% victim restitution. Restitution refers to 100% of the face value of the check(s), in addition to any returned item charges assessed to the victims bank account and certified mail expenses incurred when attempting to notify the check writer. The maximum amount for these additional items is $25.00 per check. The offender shall also be required to pay an administrative fee to the District Attorneys Office as provided by law.
If your bad check case is accepted, the District Attorneys office will send out two separate letters urging the issuer to pay restitution and warning them of possible criminal charges. If the offender still does not contact our office and does not arrange to pay restitution, then we will screen your case for possible criminal prosecution.
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