Value

Wis. Stat. § 401.204
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Except as otherwise provided in chs. 403, 404, and 405, a person gives value for rights if the person acquires them under any of the following circumstances: (1) In return for a binding commitment to extend credit or for the extension of immediately available credit, whether or not drawn upon and whether or not a charge-back is provided for in the event of difficulties in collection. (2) As security for, or in total or partial satisfaction of, a preexisting claim. (3) By accepting delivery under a preexisting contract for purchase. (4) In return for any consideration sufficient to support a simple contract.
Source: WI Statutes (Official Site)URL: https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/document/statutes/401.204Fetched: 10/7/2026