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Darlene F Davis

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I am 49% owner of a business, in December 2000 a check was mailed to our company. The check was made payable to us (exact company name) the accounts receivable lady endorsed the check and deposited the check. About a month later, the company whom sent the check called to say it was mailed in error to the wrong company and wanted a refund. We have not yet sent the refund. Today, the manager called to say he was issuing a warrant for my arrest for theft by deception. I did not endorse the check. Can I be arrested for this.
 


racer72

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In some states it may be illegal to deposit funds that are not owed and you or your bookkeeper could be charged with theft. Did they owe you any money? If they did, its your money. If they did not owe you money, you have no legal right to the money and must return it. You could be liable for the any costs (court and attorney) for them to get their money back. Just like finding a bag of money on the sidewalk, you can be charged with theft for keeping it.
 

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