Hong Kong Ordinances

BILLS OF EXCHANGE ORDINANCE - SECT 73

Definition of cheque

PART III (Amended 51 of 1911; 63 of 1911 Schedule)

CHEQUES ON A BANKER

(1) A cheque is a bill of exchange drawn on a banker payable on demand.

(2) Except as otherwise provided in this Part, the provisions of this
Ordinance applicable to a bill of exchange payable on demand apply to a
cheque. [cf. 1882 c. 61 s. 73 U.K.]