30-4-102. Applicability. (1) To the extent that items within this chapter are also within the scope of chapters 3, 5, and 8, they are subject to the provisions of those chapters. In the event of conflict the provisions of this chapter govern those of chapter 3 but the provisions of chapters 5 and 8 govern those of this chapter.

(2) The liability of a bank for action or nonaction with respect to any item handled by it for purposes of presentment, payment or collection is governed by the law of the place where the bank is located. In the case of action or nonaction by or at a branch or separate office of a bank, its liability is governed by the law of the place where the branch or separate office is located.