Gravity Of Complaint Under Negotiable Instruments Act Cannot Be Equated With An Offence Under IPC Or Other Criminal Offence: Supreme Court
Supreme Court clarifies Negotiable Instruments Act gravity differs from IPC offenses. Explore recent rulings on quasi-criminal status and partnership liability.
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Supreme Court of India sets payee’s bank branch as cheque bounce jurisdiction
Supreme Court India rules cheque bounce complaints must be filed at payee’s bank branch, clarifying Section 142(2)(a) of the NI Act for jurisdiction.
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Supreme Court confirms signed blank cheques imply debt under Negotiable Instruments Act
Supreme Court rules a blank cheque voluntarily signed attracts the presumption of debt under S.139 NI Act. Drawer carries the burden to prove no liability.
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Supreme Court confirms convictions quashable after mutual settlement on May 27, 2026
The Supreme Court of India ruled on May 27, 2026, that convictions under Section 138 of the NI Act can be quashed if a settlement is reached, even after cust…
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