Background

2.Prior to the introduction of this process there was a 15 month period from date of issue before Financial Services were advised of a cheque not being presented for payment.  These cheques are referred to as “dead cheques” and are cancelled after this period.

Source URL: https://clik.dva.gov.au/military-compensation-reference-library/historical-information/coas-comcare-operational-advices/current/1996/oa-no-004-stale-cheques/background