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<regulation prefix="Regulation" num=".05" citation="COMAR 07.03.20.05" title_num="07" subtitle_num="03" chapter_num="20" heading="Replacement of Checks Lost, Stolen, or Not Received.">
  <paragraph num="A.">
    <text>The local department shall issue a new check to replace a burial assistance check which is lost, stolen, or not received when the vendor satisfies the requirements of this regulation.</text>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="B.">
    <text>If a check is lost, stolen, or not received, the vendor shall notify the local department within 30 calendar days from the date the check was issued.</text>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="C.">
    <text>If the check is stolen, the vendor shall file a complaint with local law enforcement officials and shall provide a valid complaint number.</text>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="D.">
    <text>If the check is cashed, the vendor shall sign a completed forgery affidavit form.</text>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="E.">
    <text>The local department shall issue the replacement check within 5 working days of satisfaction of the conditions in this regulation.</text>
  </paragraph>
</regulation>