### Question
Can you define what certified check means?


### Answer
**Certified check** is defined as the following in *12 U.S.C. § 4001*:

> any check with respect to which a depository institution certifies that—


(A) the signature on the check is genuine

#### Citation:
  - *12 U.S.C. § 4001*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 41-EXPEDITED FUNDS AVAILABILITY**

