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HomeFinancial CodeDiv. 2Ch. 5Art. 1§ 6602 Savings Account Deposit Rules

§ 6602 Savings Account Deposit Rules

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§ 6602 Savings Account Deposit Rules

Key Takeaways

  • •You can open a savings account with money or other valuable things, like property, if the bank allows it.
  • •The bank decides how much the property is worth when you use it to open the account.
  • •If you lie or cheat when opening the account, the bank can cancel it.

Example

You want to open a savings account using your gold watch instead of cash.

The bank can accept your gold watch if they allow it, and they will decide how much it's worth. If you lie about the watch being real gold, the bank can close your account.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 6602 Savings Account Deposit Rules

Savings accounts may be opened for cash or, subject to any limitations or restrictions in regulations issued by the commissioner, for property in which the association is authorized to invest. In the absence of fraud in the transaction, the value of the property taken in payment, as determined by the board of directors, shall be conclusive. (Repealed and added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 1091, Sec. 2.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

directorfraudcommissionregulationpropertysavings accountsassociationtransaction

Related Statutes

  • § 4925 Conversion Application Approval Criteria
  • § 6503 Affiliated Transactions Approval Rules
  • § 28166 License Suspension Grounds
  • § 31302 Licensee Office Accessibility Requirements
  • § 4928 Bank Conversion Certification Authority

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Financial Code. Section 6602.
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