Cheque fraud is when someone writes or alters a cheque with the intention of gaining an illicit benefit or cheating someone.

For example:

• Purposely using an NSF cheque or a counterfeit certified cheque
• Passing off a stolen cheque with a forged signature
• Modifying the amount of a cheque

ADVICE

• Verify the identity of people you do business with: ask for a photo ID, a personalized cheque, etc.
• Make sure the cheque has not been modified.
• Compare the signature on the cheque with the signature on another piece of ID.
• Take note of the physical description of the customer on their driver's license: it should match the customer's appearance.
• Phone the customer's home or office to find out whether they're there.
• Be careful of certified cheques: check their authenticity with your bank branch.
• In case of loss or theft, immediately contact your financial institution to cancel all your cheques.

If you are defrauded:

• Immediately alert your financial institution.
• Contact the police or go to your neighbourhood police station.

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