Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM) — Question 168

The liability of paying and returning banks is subject to the following conditions and limitations EXCEPT:

Answer options

• A. The paying or returning bank that sends an original check that is returned as a substitute check or paper or electronic representation thereof will not be responsible for amounts the Reserve Bank pays under Regulation CC absent the paying bank's or returning bank's agreement to the contrary
• B. Regulation CC governs the paying and returning banks' liabilities when returning a substitute check or paper or electronic representation thereof
• C. The paying or retuning bank that sends an electronic item that is not a representation of a substitute check will not be liable for losses attributable to the Reserve Bank's own lack of good faith or failure to exercise ordinary care
• D. Paying and returning banks agree to indemnify each Reserve Bank for any loss or expense resulting from the paying or returning bank's lack of authorization or any action by a Reserve Bank within the scope of its authority related to the return of the check or any warranty made by the Reserve Bank

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D because it incorrectly implies that paying and returning banks have blanket indemnification responsibilities for actions taken by Reserve Banks. The other options accurately reflect the limitations and conditions under which paying and returning banks operate concerning liability as per Regulation CC.