### Question
How does the law define returning bank?


### Answer
Under *12 U.S.C. § 5002*, **returning bank** is defined as:

> a bank (other than the paying or depositary bank) handling a returned check or notice in lieu of return

#### Citation:
  - *12 U.S.C. § 5002*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 50-CHECK TRUNCATION**

