More Bad Checks Guidelines - "DOs and Don'ts"

Always ask for picture identification, preferably a Drivers License.

Compare person writing check with the picture on ID.

Compare signature on ID with signature on check.

Make sure checks are dated.

Never allow checks to be POST-DATED.

Never take partial payments.

The person/clerk accepting the check must obtain the following information and write it on the face of the check:

• License number or Social Security number
  
• Type of ID and State of issuance
  
• Expiration date of license
  
• Date of Birth
  
• Initials of person whom accepted the check

Do not allow check writer to put this information on the check; the person or clerk accepting check MUST obtain/write on face of check.

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