The letter was very basic, stating that either we pay or the check will be reported as a 'hot' check. A copy of our check was attached, and posted on the door. No envelope, nothing. Am I wrong in thinking anyone could have accessed our personal information such as checking account, routing number,etc.. ?
2006-07-18 09:03:30 · 9 answers · asked by neiaaurora 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Renting & Real Estate
You are correct to think this. With that level of information, someone might be able to wire money out of your account.
Whether or not this is legal is dependant on your state and county. Our landlord puts put letters only, no copies of checks, and anything private (meaning anything less than a police summons) goes in a envelope, even letters of routine inspections.
2006-07-18 09:08:09 · answer #1 · answered by Kats 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That's true. If someone has your account number all they have to do is fill out a withdraw slip. Which can be picked up in the lobby of the bank. Then they can run through the drive through and withdraw cash. Some banks check Id's some don't. Not to scare you, but yea that's possible. I guess you gave your land lord a insufficient check. If you don't feel comfortable paying with cash since there will be no record of your payment. You can get a money order. If he doesn't take that he's just plain retarded. It's just like cash.
2006-07-18 09:11:27 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your checking account and routing number won't cause damage by themselves. They are pieces that someone could use. I would find out why the fuss and then ask him in the future not to put documents with personal information in such a public place on easy display.
2006-07-18 09:08:56 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yep, anyone could have gotten your bank info, routing #, etc from that check. Hiring an attorney to prosecute the landlord will be difficult, but good luck. I'd change my bank account if you are able, or at least let the bank know your info may have been stolen.
2006-07-18 09:13:20 · answer #4 · answered by Cosmic I 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The DA will not accept it.
Does not fit the criteria for "Hot Check".
That becomes a Civil matter.
You can be evicted.
And pray tell, how would anyone make a "copy"?
2006-07-18 09:09:58 · answer #5 · answered by ed 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
is it a "hot check"
just find a way to pay the landlord and see why he is fussing so much
2006-07-18 09:06:44 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A good collection. The guys over there in the 'Security' would not starve of laughter, I am sure.
2016-03-26 22:58:48 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No but if there is no money in there, what the heck is the use? You could complain to HUD, I doubt they will do anything though.
2006-07-18 09:20:37 · answer #8 · answered by Mike Hunt 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well probly they did but if its hot u better fix it
2006-07-18 09:09:12 · answer #9 · answered by shell4678 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋