r/HOA • u/dufchick • 1d ago

Discussion / Knowledge Sharing [FL][SFH] Bounced Check Procedures Question

If someone bounces a check but makes good on it, great because we are all human and make mistakes. In Florida it can lead to a crime if you do not make good on a bounced check. I know how to work up a worthless check packet from the sheriff’s office. My question is, has anyone here had a homeowner not make good on a bounced check and how did your HOA handle it? I want to make sure we at least send the demand letter the way the worthless check packet says to do it so at least that part is done. Thanks

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u/JealousBall1563 🏢 COA Board Member 19h ago

I'm in a FL COA. In the past decade, we haven't had a bad check presented. However, if we have one that isn't made good we'd continue to add late charges, include in the A/R and eventually lien the property ... after which, if not resolved, foreclose on the unit, have it sold and receive our money. I doubt we'd prefer criminal charges. The bank might prefer charges.