A Check That Was Not Cashed

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Question

He bought in a store a year ago and paid by check, which was not cashed. Is he still obligated?

Answer

The debt is still a debt since it can be enforced through legal means, etc. If he is sued for it, he must pay, but he is not obligated to approach the store owner because of this.

Source

Siftei Kohen, Choshen Mishpat, Siman 232.

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