NY now requires stores to accept cash - what you need to know

 

NEW YORK (WABC) -- Heads up, consumers: A new law taking effect in New York State over the weekend will require businesses to accept cash payments from customers.

The new law, which took effect on Saturday, makes it illegal for a New York food store or retail establishment to refuse payment in cash for goods or services.

Under the new law, consumers cannot be forced to pay by credit card or use an alternative cashless transaction method to complete their purchase. Businesses also cannot charge consumers a higher price should they choose to pay in cash. (...)