Wisconsin § 423.402 - Check identification information.
Full text of Wisconsin Wisconsin Statutes § 423.402 — Check identification information., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 423.402. Check identification information.
423.402(1) (1) Limitation. Except as provided in sub. (4) , a merchant may not request or record a customer’s credit card number as a condition for accepting a check or share draft as payment for a consumer transaction. 423.402(2) (2) Credit card display. If a customer pays for a consumer transaction by check or share draft, a merchant may request a customer to display a credit card as an indication of the customer’s financial responsibility or as additional identification, but the merchant may not record any information except the type of credit card displayed and the credit card expiration date. 423.402(3) (3) Check acceptance. This section does not require a merchant to accept a check or share draft as payment for a consumer transaction, whether or not a credit card is displayed. 423.402(4) (4) Exception. A merchant may request and record a customer credit card number as a condition for accepting a check or share draft if all of the following conditions are met: 423.402(4)(a) (a) The merchant has contracted with the card issuer of the requested credit card to cash or accept a check or share draft presented by a holder of the requested credit card. 423.402(4)(b) (b) The card issuer of the requested credit card has contracted with the merchant to guarantee a check or share draft presented to the merchant by a holder of the requested credit card. 423.402(5) (5) Remedies. Whoever violates this section is subject to the remedies and penalties under s.
Frequently Asked Questions About Wisconsin § 423.402
What does Wisconsin Statutes § 423.402 cover?
Section 423.402 ("Check identification information.") is part of the Wisconsin Statutes, the codified statutory law of Wisconsin. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Wisconsin § 423.402?
A common citation format is "Wisconsin Statutes § 423.402" (Wisconsin). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Wisconsin law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Wisconsin official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Wisconsin attorney.
How does Wisconsin § 423.402 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Wisconsin can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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