A cheque bounce is not merely a financial inconvenience. Under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881, it is a criminal offence – one that carries imprisonment of up to two years, a fine
Introduction Cheque bounce cases are among the most common financial disputes in India. When a cheque is returned unpaid due to insufficient funds or other valid reasons, the payee can initiate legal proceedings under Section
The mere bouncing of a cheque is not an offence. The offence under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 is constituted only when three conditions are cumulatively satisfied: (i) a cheque is dishonoured by
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