What do I do if my bank spelled my name wrong on my checks?
Contact the bank right away and point out the error. You should be able to get replacement checks at no charge.
Misspellings on check orders, while not frequent, can cause problems for a bank customer. Alert store clerks could be concerned about accepting checks when ID documents don't agree with the spelling of a customer's name on checks.
You probably can use the checks with the misspelled name to pay bills, etc., until the replacements arrive. You can be assured that the power company and your cable TV provider won't care, as long as the check is good.
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Contact the bank right away and point out the error. You should be able to get replacement checks at no charge.