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Uniform Commercial Code - Articles 1 to 10 (Secs. 42a-1-101 to 42a-10-109) > Negotiable Instruments - Secs. 42a-3-101 to 42a-3-805
Short Summary
This legal document, part of the Uniform Commercial Code - Articles 1 to 10, specifically addresses negotiable instruments. It defines a negotiable instrument as an unconditional promise or order to pay a fixed amount of money, payable to bearer or to order, on demand or at a definite time, without any additional undertakings or instructions. However, the instrument may include provisions for collateral, confession of judgment, or waiver of certain laws. The document also distinguishes between different types of negotiable instruments, such as notes, drafts, checks, cashier’s checks, teller’s checks, traveler’s checks, and certificates of deposit. It provides definitions and characteristics for each type. Additionally, it clarifies that a promise or order may be considered a negotiable instrument even if it is described by another term, such as ‘money order’. The document does not specify any penalties for non-compliance or violations. Overall, this document governs the creation, possession, and enforcement of negotiable instruments and provides definitions and criteria for their classification.
Whom does it apply to?
Individuals and entities involved in the creation, negotiation, and enforcement of negotiable instruments
What does it govern?
Negotiable Instruments
What are exemptions?
Money, payment orders governed by article 4A, or securities governed by article 8. In case of conflict between this article and article 4 or 9, articles 4 and 9 take precedence. Additionally, any inconsistent provision of this article is superseded by regulations of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System or the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection and operating circulars of the federal reserve banks.
What are the Penalties?
No specific penalties are mentioned in this document.
Jurisdiction
Connecticut