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Old 11-26-2007, 08:49 AM
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Not only should you get a good lawyer, get one who practices criminal law and who has handled similar cases as yours. Now is not the time to use that lawyer who helped you with the adoption or real estate transaction.

And remember to tell him everything. There may be things you don't think is important or relevant, but let him decide that. Also ask questions yourself.

Good luck. Let us know how it ended. You'll be fine; I've had people sit in my office with worse horror stories.
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Old 11-26-2007, 09:21 AM
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After it is settled change banks! What bank is it anyway?
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Old 11-26-2007, 09:38 AM
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ALWAYS ALWAYS tell the truth if they ask...........it'll show your candor and honesty and may help get you a job. Good luck.

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Old 11-26-2007, 09:44 AM
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When I say hit on ala clinton it means something different. Ask Jaunita.
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Old 11-26-2007, 10:08 AM
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Originally Posted by MalteseX View Post
Think "What would Bill Clinton do?"
In Bill Clinton voice and wagging his finger:

"I did not tell her (Monica Lewinsky) to lie on the deposition, I told her to lie in this position."
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Old 11-26-2007, 11:59 AM
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Originally Posted by MalteseX View Post
This is NOT a big deal, if it is as you say (ie no more to the story that you haven't mentioned). Remember, the "agency" only wants their money, not the hassle of other things. One thing that you didn't mention is the amount of the check. THAT is a factor as well.

Remember, you haven't been CHARGED with anything--- you can't be charged through the mail. There may be an arrest warrant out for you though... DO NOT contact the sheriff just to be safe. Contact a local attorney first.

Think "What would Bill Clinton do?"

DO -- Contact a local lawyer.
DO -- Keep SILENT (ie do not speak with anyone but said lawyer above) By talking to anyone else, you are only hurting your chances of getting this COMPLETELY erased.
DO NOT --- Contact the sheriff
DO NOT --- Contact the bank
DO NOT --- Offer ANY sort of apology etc.
DO -- CHANGE BANKS; Many banks offer programs to keep you from getting into this situation. Your current bank sucks if they don't offer overdraft protection.

This is not a big deal (I guess depending on your state -- California no big deal; Virginia or Texas, maybe a bigger deal) Remember they only want their money... an attorney can make deals for you (remember, get one locally).

This will go away. An unintentional mistake is NOT a crime.

What he said.

This is a crime if you intentionally issued a bad check with the intent of defruading someone. In your case it sounds like a math error exacerbated by the bank not being able to contact you via mail (did they try your phone or email?).

DEFINATELY hire a lawyer and attempt to make this go away. It would be worth a significant amount of money to beat this. If it goes to trial and you somehow lose, the chances of someone like you going to jail for this are zero (in 99% of the US).

If you do somehow end up with a conviction on your record, then you can own up, be apologetic, and take responsibility.

But ask the lawyer.
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Old 11-26-2007, 12:10 PM
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Originally Posted by FDXLAG View Post
Best advice I have ever read on any forum. Just don't hit on the lawyer. Something else clinton would do.
I second that one.... Don't sweat it too much, keep flying and keep on doing the right thing. It could even benefit you by making it a good story for the interview, IF and only IF, you do the right things from here on out.
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Old 11-26-2007, 12:21 PM
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Hey guys, thanks for all the advice and support, it is much appreciated. I spoke with a lawyer first thing this morning and explained the entire story and the circumstances that go along with it....I am happy to announce that as of 3pm this afternoon he had already spoken with the ADA and had the charges dropped pending payment of the check, which I have already done...so the situation is over...like it never happened. What a relief. Thanks again everyone!
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Old 11-26-2007, 12:25 PM
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Good Job! Congratulations! Now apply with a Legacy!
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Old 11-26-2007, 01:15 PM
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Originally Posted by FlyingViking View Post
Good Job! Congratulations! Now apply with a Legacy!

Friends don't let friends fly for American! lol
After reading about Netjets, that sounds like a great place to drop anchor for a career.
Best wishes
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