Current through Pa Acts 2024-53, 2024-56 through 2024-92
Section 3601 - Discharge and effect of discharge(a) Discharge.--The obligation of a party to pay the instrument is discharged as stated in this division or by an act or agreement with the party which would discharge an obligation to pay money under a simple contract.(b) Effect of discharge.--Discharge of the obligation of a party is not effective against a person acquiring rights of a holder in due course of the instrument without notice of the discharge.1992, July 9, P.L. 507, No. 97, § 5, effective in one year.