Alerts!

Before Accepting A Check...

  • Make sure the check is signed in your presence
  • Make sure the date and amount are correct
  • Request a driver’s license/ID and record the number and the issuing state
  • Compare driver’s license/ID address and address on check; note sex and race
  • Request a date of birth
  • Request and verify a physical address if check denotes PO Box
  • Request a place of employment and a telephone number