Even though Randal was 16 years old when he signed the check, the court will determine it is a valid instrument because it follows common law rules of contracts.

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Under the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC), which governs commercial transactions including negotiable instruments like checks, minors (those under 18 in most jurisdictions) generally cannot be held to contracts as they are considered to lack legal capacity. However, there are exceptions and nuances depending on the jurisdiction and the nature of the contract.

Even Though Randal Was 16 Years Old When He Signed