Parties Can Compound Offence Under Section 138 NI Act At Any Stage, Even After Dismissal Of Revision/Appeal: Madras High Court
The Madras High Court has ruled that offenses under Section 138 of the NI Act can be compounded at any stage, even after appeals, prioritizing settlement in…
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Kerala High Court mandates specific amount in cheque dishonour demand notices
The Kerala High Court has ruled that a cheque dishonour demand notice under Section 138 NI Act must specify the exact amount, impacting criminal liability.
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Kerala High Court clarifies initial burden of proof in cheque dishonour cases
The Kerala High Court recently clarified the initial burden of proof in Section 138 NI Act cheque dishonour cases. Complainants must now prove transactions t…
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Supreme Court overturns Rajasab’s cheque alteration conviction, citing clear visible changes
India’s Supreme Court set aside a cheque alteration conviction for Rajasab, ruling visible changes mean no further evidence is needed under the NI Act.
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NGO Secretary Liability for Cheque Bounce in India: A Legal Overview
In India, an NGO Secretary can face liability for cheque bounce under the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881. This liability hinges on their specific role and…
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Magistrate can use Section 202 CrPC inquiry to dismiss civil disputes with criminal colour
Magistrates can now use Section 202 CrPC inquiry findings to reject private complaints that falsely criminalize civil disputes, reducing frivolous cases.
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Cheque Bounce Cases Against RWA Treasurers in India
Understanding Cheque Bounce Cases Against RWA Treasurers in India. Liability hinges on direct involvement and the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881.
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J&K&L Rules Time Excluded for Premature Cheque Bounce Complaints
The Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court ruled that time prosecuting a premature cheque bounce complaint must be excluded from limitation, offering relief t…
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Defending an NGO treasurer in an Indian cheque bounce case
Defending a cheque bounce case as an NGO treasurer in India requires proving a lack of direct involvement or that legal conditions under the Negotiable Instr…
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Supreme Court: Matrimonial Disputes Beyond MP/MLA Court Jurisdiction
The Supreme Court has delivered a prima facie observation that MP/MLA courts cannot hear matrimonial disputes, even if one party is a legislator, clarifying…
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