The following words and phrases when used in this act shall have the meanings given to them in this section unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:
"Check." A type of negotiable instrument as defined in 13 Pa.C.S. § 3104(f), (g) and (h) (relating to negotiable instrument) and domestic postal money orders.
"Check casher." A business entity, whether operating as a proprietorship, partnership, association, limited liability company or corporation that engages in the cashing of checks for a fee.
"Department." The Department of Banking and Securities of the Commonwealth.
"Licensee." A check casher licensed by the Department of Banking to engage in the business of cashing checks at a fixed location or by means of a mobile unit.
"Mobile unit." A vehicle or other movable means from which a check casher conducts business.
63 P.S. § 2303