### Question
How is the "noninsured bank" defined?


### Answer
The term **noninsured bank** is defined in *12 U.S.C. § 1813* as follows -

> any bank the deposits of which are not so insured

#### Citation:
  - *12 U.S.C. § 1813*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 16-FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE CORPORATION**

