Section 138 Cheque Bounce Case Legal Guidance

Missing the 15-day notice period or the subsequent 30-day deadline for filing a Section 138 complaint can jeopardize your case. I personally review your transaction history and WhatsApp chat logs to ensure every document is admissible before we initiate the formal demand notice.

A bounced cheque requires immediate, strategic action. Under the Negotiable Instruments Act, the clock starts ticking the moment you receive the return memo from your bank. You have a 15-day window to send a legal notice to the drawer, demanding payment. If that payment is not received within this period, you have 30 days to file a criminal complaint in court.

I manage this process from end to end. This includes drafting the legal notice with precise language to avoid technical loopholes, and dispatching it via Registered Post so we have proof of service for the court.

In my practice, I emphasize the importance of digital evidence. Many modern transactions happen over WhatsApp or email. I draft Section 65B affidavits to ensure these digital conversations are admissible as evidence in court, turning informal messages into strong legal arguments. Whether you are an individual or a business owner dealing with unpaid invoices, I focus on building a case that stands up to cross-examination.