VeriChek will attempt a collection on any check returned. However, a merchant will have fewer checks returned if the following observations are made:

Make sure the name, street address and phone number are on the check
An obvious caution, yes. However, we still receive checks with no address, phone number and, occasionally, no NAME! Please note that you should have a street address (as opposed to a P.O. Box). If we have to file a criminal case, an arrest warrant can't be served at a P.O. Box.

Ask to see a driver's license
When we receive multiple checks on the same account, we often receive a different driver's license number on each one.

Look for a perforated edge
With the exception of government, every check known to us has a perforated edge. This includes laser printed, dot matrix, payroll, etc. The check is often micro-perforated and not noticeable unless you look closely. No perforation indicates a STRONG possibility of forgery.

Order of observation importance:
1. The Check
2. The Identification
3. The Person