Forged Check

A check that has been altered or created without the permission of the person or entity named as the payee. It is a form of fraud.

More Details

A forged check is a check that has been altered or created in a fraudulent manner. Forging a check can involve changing the amount written on the check, altering the name of the payee, or creating a completely fake check.

Example

You were selling items at a local marketplace and a payer attempted to use a forged check in order to pay for the goods.You contacted the issuing bank to report this check and they started an investigation.

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