Receiving PIX By Mistake and Not Returning It Can Lead to Legal Trouble and Even Jail Time! Understand.

Written by Roberta Souza

Published on 10/06/2025 at 16:18

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University Student Received R$ 100 Thousand by Mistake and Acted Correctly by Returning the Amount and Filing a Police Report

Did you know that receiving a PIX by mistake and not returning it is a crime? According to the Penal Code, the act constitutes embezzlement, with a penalty of 1 month to 1 year of detention or fine. Furthermore, there may be a civil action, with an obligation to return the money with interest, losses, and damages, according to the G1 website.

This was explained by lawyer Rodrigo Zambrano, after the case of university student Genésio Alves Araújo Júnior, from São Carlos (SP), who received R$ 100 thousand by mistake and returned the amount correctly.

What to Do If You Receive a PIX by Mistake?

See the step-by-step to avoid headaches:

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Is It Possible to Cancel a PIX Sent by Mistake?

No, if the PIX has already been sent, it cannot be canceled. It is only possible to cancel if it is a scheduled transfer. Therefore:

Try immediate contact with the person who received it.
If unsuccessful, file a police report and initiate legal action.

The PIX system reveals receiver details, such as full name and bank, which can help locate the person and resolve the case without legal proceedings.

Receiving PIX By Mistake and Not Returning It Can Lead to Legal Trouble and Even Jail Time! Understand.

University Student Received R$ 100 Thousand by Mistake and Acted Correctly by Returning the Amount and Filing a Police Report

What to Do If You Receive a PIX by Mistake?

Is It Possible to Cancel a PIX Sent by Mistake?

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