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Well, in over a year, I've never been written a bad check...and finally got one recently. It's only $100, BUT it's definately worth my while to pursue...especially for this customer.
The guy is a cop, and thinks his S$# doesnt stink. He was rude, was a no-show for our first appointment, and in general...I just didnt like the guy. It was for an air duct cleaning service (he paid the rest in cash)
I have already made several phone calls which went un-returned. I sent a regular letter, then a certified letter. I also sent a letter to be hand delivered by a courier (friend of mine, its free). Its been about 60 days since the check bounced.
So, of course I will file a small claims case, win...and then have fun trying to collect. But in the meantime, I'd like this pursued criminally. The check was written on a closed account, which in many areas demonstrates criminal intent. The police said to just file a report with a copy of the check....which I plan on doing next week if he doesnt respond. They didnt sound too thrilled to be hearing about a $100 check. Wait til they find out he's a cop in a neighboring community...
What else can be done, if anything? I know the guy has some rental properties and some $$$ in general...but I think the rentals are in his partner's name.. I know the police wont pursue this as he is a cop himself... you know they like to stick together.
Any advice, suggestions, or input? I know is 'only' 100 bucks, but that's food off of MY table and money out of MY SONS college account...and I'm not letting it slide...even if it costs me to take him to court and I dont collect...it's principal now.
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