Legal Question in Criminal Law in India

Sir,

Our security cheque was presented without our knowledge, which bounced. They sent us a lawyer notice asking us to pay the amount within 15days. The amount was paid within 15days. They also have sent a closure confirmation letter for that account. Even then they have field a case under section 138. Can they do that???


Asked on 9/11/09, 4:57 am

3 Answers from Attorneys

If you have proof that payment was made then they cannot file case.

It will abount cheating.

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Answered on 9/11/09, 5:00 am
RAJIV GUPTA (Cell: +91 9811284735) [email protected]

no, they cannot do that and in case they have done that, you may file a case of malicious prosectution against them and seek damages. you may also seek damages and compensation from them.

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Answered on 9/11/09, 5:12 am
Shrichand Nahar S.V.Nahar, Advocate

If payment of amount of cheque is made within notice period, then case U/s.138 NI is not maintainable.

If despite payment within notice, you have been prosecuted U/s.138 NI, you can initiate counter civil and criminal action for false prosecution. False prosecution is a serious offence as also entitled you for damages.

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Answered on 9/11/09, 6:59 am


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