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Can you summarize WYST 6-3-705?
CHECK FRAUD > Liability of drawee for release of information to payee, holder or official; liability of person committing fraud to holder
Short Summary
This provision governs the liability of drawees for releasing information to payees, holders, or officials, as well as the liability of persons committing fraud to holders. Drawees are not civilly or criminally liable for releasing certain information upon written request, such as the status of the account and the current addresses and telephone numbers of the drawer. Drawees are also not liable for releasing certain information to law enforcement or prosecuting officials who are investigating a complaint against the drawer. Any person who commits fraud by check is liable to the holder of the check for the sum of the check plus interest, costs of collection, and reasonable collection fees. The provision does not specify any penalties for non-compliance or violation.
Whom does it apply to?
Drawees, payees, holders of dishonored checks, law enforcement or prosecuting officials
What does it govern?
Liability of drawee for release of information to payee, holder or official; liability of person committing fraud to holder
What are exemptions?
No exemptions are mentioned.
What are the Penalties?
No specific penalties are mentioned.
Jurisdiction
Wyoming