The law recognizes an oral negotiable instrument if the facts demonstrate the intent of the maker or drawer to create a negotiable instrument through words alone.

Negotiable Instrument

A paper confirming the promise to pay a certain sum of money, either immediately upon request or at a predetermined date, with the identity of the person making the payment specified on it.

Oral Negotiable

A verbal agreement that is intended to be binding but may lack the formal requirements of a written contract, particularly in the context of negotiable instruments.

Maker Or Drawer

The individual or entity that creates or signs a promissory note, check, or draft, promising to pay a certain sum.