Definition
A returned check is defined as any check or similar sight order returned to the University unpaid due to no fault of the bank or the University of North Texas.

Notification Procedure
Notification will be mailed from Student Accounting and University Cashiering Services to the issuing party of the individual in whose behalf the check was issued. The address on the check and/or an address in the official University records will be used. The check is payable on or before ten working days from the date notification is printed. Only cash, cashier's check, or money order will be accepted for payment of the returned check and the $25.00 service charge.

Returned checks from departmental deposits are charged back to the originating account by Interdepartmental Transfers and the department involved is notified.

Administrative Reinstatement Procedure
All reinstatement fees are paid at Student Accounting and University Cashiering Services. Reinstatement forms are handled by this office and sent to the Office of the Registrar for processing. Reinstatement request must be initiated within 5 days from the date of withdrawal. Reinstatement can only be initiated after the check and service charge are paid in full. The reinstatement process must be initiated in person and the $40.00 reinstatement fee paid at that time.

For withdrawals and reinstatements from other departments, a copy of the withdrawal letter and a signed reinstatement will be initiated by Student Accounting and University Cashiering Services.

Withdrawal Appeal Procedure
An appeal is possible if the student feels the University has prejudicially applied this returned check policy. Notice of such intention must be given in writing to the Dean of Student's office within 5 days from the date of withdrawal.

Returned Check Consequences
Students:
If the University receives three or more returned checks from a student (or for the benefit of the student) during an academic year, the check issuing privileges of the individual will be revoked for the remainder of the academic year.

Employees:
Failure to make restitution of your returned check within ten working days of notification will be considered a major rule violation of the University Discipline and Discharge Policy and will be subject to severe disciplinary action (e.g. oral warning, written reprimand, suspension, discharge), and check issuing privileges may be revoked for up to 3 years.

Texas "Bad Check" Laws
If all attempts to collect a returned check have failed, the Controller is authorized to submit evidence to the county attorney under sections 31.06 and 32.41 of the Texas Penal Code.