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Uniform Commercial Code. > NEGOTIABLE INSTRUMENTS
Short Summary
The provided legal document content pertains to the negotiation, transfer, and endorsement of negotiable instruments under the Illinois Compiled Statutes, specifically the Uniform Commercial Code. It defines the process of transferring an instrument and the rights acquired by the transferee. The document states that negotiation occurs when a person other than the issuer transfers possession of the instrument to another person, who becomes the holder. If the instrument is payable to an identified person, negotiation requires transfer of possession and endorsement by the holder. If the instrument is payable to bearer, it can be negotiated by transfer of possession alone. The document also addresses the effectiveness of negotiation, even if obtained from an infant, a corporation exceeding its powers, or a person without capacity, or through fraud, duress, mistake, breach of duty, or as part of an illegal transaction. It clarifies that negotiation may be rescinded or subject to other remedies, but those remedies cannot be asserted against a subsequent holder in due course or a person paying the instrument in good faith and without knowledge of facts that are a basis for rescission or other remedy. The document further explains the different types of indorsements, including special indorsements, blank indorsements, and anomalous indorsements. It provides guidelines for the proper indorsement of negotiable instruments and the conversion of a blank indorsement into a special indorsement. Additionally, the document addresses restrictive indorsements and their impact on the negotiation and transfer of negotiable instruments. Overall, the document establishes the legal framework for the negotiation, transfer, and endorsement of negotiable instruments in Illinois.
Whom does it apply to?
Persons involved in the creation, negotiation, or enforcement of negotiable instruments
What does it govern?
Negotiation, transfer, and endorsement of negotiable instruments
What are exemptions?
No specific exemptions are mentioned in these documents.
What are the Penalties?
No specific penalties are mentioned in these documents.
Jurisdiction
Illinois