Legal Question in Banking Law in California

2 party check

My step-father has signed over a check from his credit union, made out to his name, to pay me back money owed. He endorsed check and put'''pay to order of....'' on back of check for me to endorse. can this be deposited into my bank account after I endorse check?


Asked on 11/03/08, 11:05 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Michael Stone Law Offices of Michael B. Stone Toll Free 1-855-USE-MIKE

Re: 2 party check

Legally it is OK, but many banks may hassle you or even demand that you bring stepdad into the bank to verify his identity. Since the credit union has a copy of his signature on file, maybe your first and best option is to attempt to negotiate the check at the credit union.

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Answered on 11/03/08, 11:38 am


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