Cal. FIN § 18218.5
This is the official text of Cal. FIN § 18218.5, part of California’s Financial Code — regulates banks, credit unions, lenders, and other financial institutions.
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Official statutory text
With respect to a loan under this division, a fee not to exceed fifteen dollars ($15) for return by a depository institution of a dishonored check, negotiable order of withdrawal, or share draft may be charged and collected by the licensee. The fee is not included in charges as defined in this division or in determining the applicable maximum charges which may be made under this article.
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