Plain-Language Summary

Virginia law allows court clerks to refuse accepting checks or credit/debit cards from individuals under certain conditions, such as prior dishonored payments or verification issues. The law specifies circumstances where such payment methods can be rejected to ensure payment validity. Note that Virginia Code § 19.2-353.4 has been repealed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, clerks can refuse such payments if certain conditions are met, such as prior dishonored checks or verification issues.

Reasons include previous dishonored payments, lack of authorization, verification failure, or if the payee is not the court.

No, Virginia Code § 19.2-353.4 has been repealed by legislation in 1988.

It applies specifically to payments made by checks or credit/debit cards to the court, with certain restrictions outlined in the law.