The offence u/s 138 of the NI Act though technical, is punitive ...

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April 10, 2017

The offence u/s 138 of the NI Act though technical, is punitive in nature. Hence, once the accused had rebutted the initial presumption it was imperative upon the complainant to prove beyond reasonable doubt that the cheques were issued towards the existing debt or liability - HC

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The offence u/s 138 of the NI Act though technical, is punitive ...

Case Laws Indian Laws

April 10, 2017

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