Recovering Endorsed Checks Legally

Summary

In New York, theft of property valued over $1,000 is considered grand larceny, a felony, while theft under $1,000 is petit larceny, a misdemeanor. The police can be contacted for assistance in recovering checks held by someone else. The return of the checks depends on the police investigation, the legal process, and the cooperation of the person holding the checks. If the checks are not returned, charges can be pressed, potentially considering it as theft under NY law.

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What is the total amount of the checks in question?

In NY, theft of property valued over $*,* is considered grand larceny, a felony.
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In NY, theft under $*,* is considered petit larceny, a misdemeanor. You can contact your local police department for assistance. Their number is *.
Will I get the checks back right away if I do?
It depends on the police investigation and the legal process. It's not guaranteed you'll get them back immediately.
Will they demand the checks given back to me immediately?
The police may request the return of the checks, but it ultimately depends on the cooperation of the person holding them and the legal process.
Can I press charges of they decide not to give them back?
Yes, you can press charges if they refuse to return your checks. This could potentially be considered theft under NY law.