Legal Question in Banking Law in India
Sec 138
My Bank returns cheque with return memo reason 'not known'. We presume drawee bank under liquidation.. pl suggest remedy
5 Answers from Attorneys
Re: Sec 138
no, the presumption seems to be incorrect. Instead, it is presumed that the "drawer is not known to the Bank". this may possibly happen when the drawer has used a check book of some one else instead of using his own check book.
in any case, you should issue a notice of demand under the negotiable instruments act demanding the money from the drawer. in case of non-payment, you will be entitled to start his prosecution under section 138 before trial court.
Re: Sec 138
It is better not to presume in such delicate cases, rather ask the Bank for further clarification before taking any steps. After you get more details write again, I will give more specific reply.
Re: Sec 138
Please approach the drawee Bank and ascertain the exact reason for such noting made by the Bank.No point in rushing to any conclusion in such cases involving the money
Re: Sec 138
Presumption without valid information is of no use. Ask your Bank to get the correct reason for return of the cheque. In any case, you issue demand notice to the drawer and proceed after seeing the result.
Re: Sec 138
Contact the bank for meaning of reason and don't presume anything
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