Alabama Code 5-18A-20. Excessive charges
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Attorney's Note
Under the Alabama Code, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class B felony | 2 to 20 years | up to $30,000 |
| Class B misdemeanor | up to 6 months | up to $3,000 |
| Violation | up to 30 days | up to $200 |
Terms Used In Alabama Code 5-18A-20
- person: includes a corporation as well as a natural person. See Alabama Code 1-1-1
Any person who willfully makes charges in excess of those permitted by Section 5-18A-12 or any person who willfully engages in the business of cashing deferred presentment checks in violation of Section 5-18A-3, or both, is guilty of a Class B misdemeanor for the first offense and a Class B felony for the second or subsequent offense.