Can an employer deduct money from my check for missing receipts for purchases made on a company issued credit card?
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Can an employer deduct money from my check for missing receipts for purchases made on a company issued credit card?
Asked on November 6, 2015 under Employment Labor Law, Colorado
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SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 9 years ago | Contributor
No, the employer cannot deduct money from your paycheck for this reason unless you consent (or agree) to let them do this. They may, however, terminate you for not being able to substantiate or back-up (i.e. provide receipts for) the expenses, and/or could sue you to recover money from you if they feel some of the charges were not for business, but were to benefit you peronally or were otherwise not authorized. If they do deduct the money without your consent, you could sue them for the money or contract the state department of labor and look into filing a complaint.
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