Arkansas § 4-60-103 - Liability for restitution.
Full text of Arkansas Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 4-60-103 — Liability for restitution., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4-60-103. Liability for restitution.
A person who issues a check that is not paid because the check was written on an account with insufficient funds has fifteen (15) days following the date of a written demand mailed or delivered to the drawer of the check at the address shown on the check or his or her last known address to pay to the holder of the check or his or her agent the amount of the check and a collection fee not to exceed thirty dollars ($30.00), plus the amount of any fees charged to the holder of the check by a financial institution as a result of the check's not being honored. A person who fails to make restitution as set forth in subsection (a) of this section and who fails to pay the amount of the check and a collection fee not to exceed thirty dollars ($30.00), plus the amount of any fees charged to the holder of the check by a financial institution as a result of the check's not being honored, within thirty (30) days following the date of a written demand mailed to the drawer by certified mail, return receipt requested, to the address shown on the check or his or her last known address is liable to the holder of the check or his or her agent for: Twice the amount of the check, but in no case less than fifty dollars ($50.00); and A collection fee not to exceed thirty dollars ($30.00), plus the amount of any fees charged to the holder of the check by any financial institution as a result of the check's not being honored. The prevailing party may recover court costs and reasonable attorney's fees after suit has been filed. This section does not prevent the criminal prosecution of the person who issues the check. However, any payment made by the defendant to a victim under an order for restitution entered in a criminal prosecution shall be set off against any judgment in favor of the victim in a civil action brought under this section arising out of the same facts or event.
Frequently Asked Questions About Arkansas § 4-60-103
What does Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 4-60-103 cover?
Section 4-60-103 ("Liability for restitution.") is part of the Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated, the codified statutory law of Arkansas. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Arkansas § 4-60-103?
A common citation format is "Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 4-60-103" (Arkansas). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Arkansas law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Arkansas official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Arkansas attorney.
How does Arkansas § 4-60-103 apply to my situation?
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