Kentucky HB264 amends theft by deception laws, including penalties for bad checks and deceptive real estate listings.

Kentucky HB264 amends the state's theft by deception laws. It specifies that a person is guilty of theft by deception when they obtain property or services by deception with intent to deprive the owner. The bill outlines scenarios where a false impression is presumed, such as listing property for sale without legal title. It also addresses penalties for issuing checks knowing they will not be honored, including fees for county attorney office expenses.

Kentucky HB264 amends theft by deception laws, including penalties for bad checks and deceptive real estate listings.

Kentucky HB264 amends the state's theft by deception laws. It specifies that a person is guilty of theft by deception when they obtain property or services by deception with intent to deprive the owner. The bill outlines scenarios where a false impression is presumed, such as listing property for sale without legal title. It also addresses penalties for issuing checks knowing they will not be honored, including fees for county attorney office expenses.