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Tearing a Friend's Check

Question

A person argued with a friend and tore a check that the friend received from a client. Is he obligated to pay, and how much must he pay?

Answer

One who damages a check is considered as damaging a promissory note, which is regarded as damage by 'gerama', and he is obligated to pay the full value of the check.

Source

Choshen Mishpat, Siman 378

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