If you been accused of stealing, can your job hold your paycheck?
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If you been accused of stealing, can your job hold your paycheck?
I was accused of stealing $700 last week. I know I didn’t do it and now they refuse to give me my paycheck. Can they do that?
Asked on February 19, 2017 under Employment Labor Law, New York
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 7 years ago | Contributor
No, your employer cannot withhold your paycheck due to suspected theft. You must be paid your wages as provided by law. If your employer has accused you of theft, then it must take seperate legal action.
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