What are the charges for cashing a dead person check?

The charges would not be any different just because the person is dead. Banks charge the same amount irrespective of whether the customer is alive or dead. However, to cash a dead persons check you need the following:

1. A death certificate stating that the person is dead
2. A Legal Will or any document that proves that you are the dead individuals legal heir and you have the right to do so

If you don't have the above 2 documents, the bank will not cash the check of a dead person.