The Stop Payments function allows you to place stops on an individual check or, if your FI supports it, a range of checks. Depending on the type of stop payment, additional information is required.
To display the Add Stop Payment screen:
· Choose the Stop Payments option on the Account Services menu, and then select the Add Stop Payment option. The Add Stop Payment screen appears.
1. The contact information fields are automatically populated with the information on file. These fields contain contact information used by the financial institution a bank, thrift, or credit union if they have any questions regarding the stop payment request.
2. Select the appropriate account from the Account drop-down list.
3. Select the appropriate reason from the Reason for Stop drop-down list.
4. To stop payment on an individual check: enter the Check Number, Check Amount, Issue Date and Payee.
5. If your FI supports Stop Payment on a range of checks: enter the Starting and Ending check number. Please note that your FI may limit you to a maximum of number of checks per request.
Note: The radio buttons next to the Stop Individual Check or Stop Range of Checks headings let you know which option is selected. You may only enter information for one of the stop payment options at a time. All required fields will have a star icon next to them.
6. Click the Add button to send the stop payment request to your financial institution. A review screen appears allowing you to cancel or submit the Stop Payment for processing. If you click Submit, a confirmation screen appears with a recap of the information sent to the financial institution.