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Altering checks in Illinois is considered check fraud, a serious criminal offense. You can report the incident to local law enforcement for investigation. Relevant statutes include 720 ILCS 5/17-3 for forgery and 720 ILCS 5/16-1 for theft. Each altered check can be charged separately, but its up to the states attorneys discretion. Stay in touch with authorities for updates on the investigation.Full Conversation
ok so riddle me this, I hired my neighbor to mow my yard this summer. He mow's it twice a month and I pay him $* each time, $* a month. Yesterday, I was contacted by a bank stating that they had intercepted altered checks that I had written to the person I paying to mow my yard. On the checks, my neighbor had put an extra number in front of the, "*," and then on the left hand side would write "four hundred." He was trying to make it look like I wrote the checks for $* and not $*. He did this a total of * times this month. Since the bank caught it in time, the money was never taken from my checking account. Is there anything legally I can do against him for altering the checks?
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. In Illinois, altering checks is considered check fraud and is a criminal offense. You may want to:
- Report the incident to local law enforcement for investigation.
- Consider filing a civil suit for attempted fraud or breach of contract.
Have you already contacted the authorities, or would you like assistance with that?
- Report the incident to local law enforcement for investigation.
- Consider filing a civil suit for attempted fraud or breach of contract.
Have you already contacted the authorities, or would you like assistance with that?
So I reported it to the police and they stated they will investigate it. I guess I'm just curious what the police can charge him with?
In Illinois, your neighbor could potentially be charged with:
- Check fraud: for altering the checks with the intent to defraud.
- Attempted theft: since he tried to obtain money through fraudulent means.
It's good that you've reported it. Keep in touch with the police for updates on their investigation.
- Check fraud: for altering the checks with the intent to defraud.
- Attempted theft: since he tried to obtain money through fraudulent means.
It's good that you've reported it. Keep in touch with the police for updates on their investigation.
is there an exact statute that fits this situation best?
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In Illinois, the situation of altering checks falls under check fraud and attempted theft. Here are relevant statutes:
- * ILCS */*-*: This covers forgery, which includes altering a document with intent to defraud.
- * ILCS */*-*: Addresses theft, including attempts to obtain money through fraudulent means.
Keep in touch with the authorities for updates.
In Illinois, the situation of altering checks falls under check fraud and attempted theft. Here are relevant statutes:
- * ILCS */*-*: This covers forgery, which includes altering a document with intent to defraud.
- * ILCS */*-*: Addresses theft, including attempts to obtain money through fraudulent means.
Keep in touch with the authorities for updates.
What does * ILCS */*-* say?
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Here is a brief summary of what * ILCS */*-* covers:
- Forgery: It involves making or altering any document with the intent to defraud.
- Intent to Defraud: The individual must have the intent to deceive another party, typically for personal gain.
This statute can apply to your neighbor's actions since he altered checks with fraudulent intent.
Here is a brief summary of what * ILCS */*-* covers:
- Forgery: It involves making or altering any document with the intent to defraud.
- Intent to Defraud: The individual must have the intent to deceive another party, typically for personal gain.
This statute can apply to your neighbor's actions since he altered checks with fraudulent intent.
and is that a felony?
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Yes, under Illinois law, forgery as defined by * ILCS */*-* is considered a felony. It can lead to serious legal consequences, including potential imprisonment. It's important to stay in touch with the authorities for updates on their investigation.
Yes, under Illinois law, forgery as defined by * ILCS */*-* is considered a felony. It can lead to serious legal consequences, including potential imprisonment. It's important to stay in touch with the authorities for updates on their investigation.
can the police charge him for each check that he tried to cash or just group it all into one charge?
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In Illinois, each check that was altered can potentially be charged as a separate count of forgery. However, it's ultimately up to the discretion of the state's attorney to decide whether to charge each incident separately or group them into one charge. Keep in touch with the authorities for more details.
In Illinois, each check that was altered can potentially be charged as a separate count of forgery. However, it's ultimately up to the discretion of the state's attorney to decide whether to charge each incident separately or group them into one charge. Keep in touch with the authorities for more details.
alright thank you very much
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You're welcome! If you have any more questions or need further clarification, feel free to reach out. Stay in touch with the authorities for updates.
You're welcome! If you have any more questions or need further clarification, feel free to reach out. Stay in touch with the authorities for updates.
I will!
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Your case involves clear evidence of check fraud, which is a serious offense in Illinois. You're taking the right steps by involving law enforcement, and the statutes mentioned apply directly to your situation. Stay in touch with the local authorities, as their investigation will guide the next steps. If you need further legal assistance or have more questions, feel free to ask!
Your case involves clear evidence of check fraud, which is a serious offense in Illinois. You're taking the right steps by involving law enforcement, and the statutes mentioned apply directly to your situation. Stay in touch with the local authorities, as their investigation will guide the next steps. If you need further legal assistance or have more questions, feel free to ask!
Ok thanks!
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It seems like you've taken the right steps by involving law enforcement. If you have any more questions or if you need further assistance in the future, feel free to reach out. Stay informed about the investigation's progress with the police.
It seems like you've taken the right steps by involving law enforcement. If you have any more questions or if you need further assistance in the future, feel free to reach out. Stay informed about the investigation's progress with the police.
Oh I will, thanks!
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It sounds like you're handling the situation appropriately by involving law enforcement. If you have any further questions or need more legal guidance, feel free to ask. It's essential to stay informed about the progress of the investigation.
It sounds like you're handling the situation appropriately by involving law enforcement. If you have any further questions or need more legal guidance, feel free to ask. It's essential to stay informed about the progress of the investigation.
Goodbye
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It seems that you have taken the appropriate steps by reporting the issue to the authorities. If you need further legal assistance or have more questions in the future, feel free to reach out. Take care!
It seems that you have taken the appropriate steps by reporting the issue to the authorities. If you need further legal assistance or have more questions in the future, feel free to reach out. Take care!
When considering * ILCS */*-*, do you think (a)(*), (a)(*), or (a3) is the best fitting for this case?
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Based on your situation, * ILCS */*-*(a)(*) seems most fitting. It addresses altering a document with intent to defraud, which aligns with your neighbor altering checks. It's great that you've reported the issue to the authorities for further action.
Based on your situation, * ILCS */*-*(a)(*) seems most fitting. It addresses altering a document with intent to defraud, which aligns with your neighbor altering checks. It's great that you've reported the issue to the authorities for further action.
What would the criminal complaint look like? I guess like what shoould it be filled out with?
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When filing a criminal complaint regarding check fraud in Illinois, it typically includes:
- Your personal information.
- Detailed description of the incident, including dates and what happened.
- Copies of altered checks as evidence.
- Statements of witnesses, if any.
- Your contact info for follow-up.
Ensure all details are clear and concise.
When filing a criminal complaint regarding check fraud in Illinois, it typically includes:
- Your personal information.
- Detailed description of the incident, including dates and what happened.
- Copies of altered checks as evidence.
- Statements of witnesses, if any.
- Your contact info for follow-up.
Ensure all details are clear and concise.
Can you give me an example?
Certainly! Here's an example of how a criminal complaint for check fraud might be filled out:
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Criminal Complaint Form
Personal Information:
- Full Name: [Your Name]
- Address: [Your Address]
- Phone Number: [Your Phone Number]
Incident Description:
On [Date], I discovered that my neighbor, [Neighbor's Name], altered checks I wrote for lawn mowing services. Each check, originally for $*, was altered to appear as $*.
Evidence:
Attached are copies of the altered checks, showing the fraudulent modifications made by [Neighbor's Name].
Witnesses:
- [Witness Name], [Relationship to Witness, e.g., another neighbor], can corroborate the timeline of events.
Contact Information:
Please contact me at [Your Phone Number] or [Your Email Address] for any follow-up regarding this complaint.
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Make sure to fill in the placeholders with your actual information and include the necessary evidence. Let me know if you need more assistance!
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Criminal Complaint Form
Personal Information:
- Full Name: [Your Name]
- Address: [Your Address]
- Phone Number: [Your Phone Number]
Incident Description:
On [Date], I discovered that my neighbor, [Neighbor's Name], altered checks I wrote for lawn mowing services. Each check, originally for $*, was altered to appear as $*.
Evidence:
Attached are copies of the altered checks, showing the fraudulent modifications made by [Neighbor's Name].
Witnesses:
- [Witness Name], [Relationship to Witness, e.g., another neighbor], can corroborate the timeline of events.
Contact Information:
Please contact me at [Your Phone Number] or [Your Email Address] for any follow-up regarding this complaint.
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Make sure to fill in the placeholders with your actual information and include the necessary evidence. Let me know if you need more assistance!
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