Delhi High Court: No Cheque Dishonour Case for Dissolved Company
Delhi High Court rules Section 138 NI Act proceedings for cheque dishonour are not sustainable against a dissolved company, clarifying legal standing for cor…
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Punjab and Haryana High Court mandate: sole proprietary concerns liable in cheque dishonour
The Punjab and Haryana High Court recently ruled that both a sole proprietor and their concern must be accused in cheque dishonour cases under the NI Act, di…
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Cheque Bounce Notice to NGO: Understanding Legal Requirements in India
Navigating a cheque bounce notice to an NGO in India requires understanding specific legal requirements under the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881, including…
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Legal action for dishonoured cheques: processes, notices, and complaints
Legal action for dishonoured cheques involves specific procedures and notices. Discover how jurisdictions like India, under Section 138 NI Act, handle crimin…
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India’s Supreme Court on Section 138 NI Act: A Hybrid Law
India’s Supreme Court has termed Section 138 NI Act proceedings “quasi-criminal,” a “civil sheep in a criminal wolf’s clothing.” This ruling clarifies its hy…
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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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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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