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Counterfeit Checks Circulating with ‘Silver State Schools’ CU Name

The California and Nevada Credit Union Leagues have recently been informed by Silver State Schools Credit Union (Las Vegas, NV) of counterfeit checks in circulation bearing the credit union’s name.

Credit unions are encouraged to be vigilant and watch for the following characteristics to identify these counterfeit checks:

  • The authorized signature is NOT that of CEO Scott Arkills.
  • Missing holographic green strip across the top.
  • Missing outline of an apple in the bottom left corner of the check.
  • Presence of a large Silver State Schools Credit Union logo in the top left corner.
  • Use of generic check stock.
  • Missing PO Box address and phone number.

Please note: The appearance of counterfeit items can be modified, and additional variations may be present. Exercise caution and thoroughly review any suspicious items.

If you encounter any checks fitting this description, please contact:

Hope Maldonado
AVP of Risk Management
Silver State Schools Credit Union
Phone: 702-661-1280
Email: riskmanagement@silverstatecu.com

Stay alert and share this information with relevant staff to ensure awareness.

Access the ‘Compliance Hotline’

Your League-member benefits include the Compliance Hotline — providing exclusive access to dedicated compliance experts:

Using the above phone number and email address, you can gain access to a knowledgeable team that’s ready to address all your credit union’s compliance inquiries — promptly and efficiently. With the Compliance Hotline, you can proactively respond to impromptu questions and issues by getting clarity and insight on technical topics that normally slow you down. We want to help you unlock the full potential of your League membership by leveraging the resources and support you need to navigate the complex world of compliance effortlessly. We’re ALWAYS just a phone call or email away!

Additionally, other League-member compliance resources include:

  • ViClarity
  • CU PolicyPro
  • ComplySight
  • InfoSight
  • CU Store
  • Record Retention Guide
  • GRC Technology Solutions 

For more information, email Lisa Quaranta.

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