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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Rajasthan High Court quashes proceedings against Former Principal Under NI Act For Dishonour of School Cheque Issued After His Resignation
The Rajasthan High Court ruled that a former principal cannot face prosecution for cheque dishonour if the cheque was issued after their resignation, reinfor…
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Admission of Issuing Cheque Alone Can’t Be Treated As Plea Of Guilt In S.138 NI Act Case: J&K&L High Court
The J&K&L High Court rules that admitting to issuing a cheque isn’t an automatic plea of guilt in a Section 138 NI Act case. Justice Sanjay Dhar emphasizes s…
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