The offence under Section 138 of Negotiable Instruments Act, ...

Section 138 of Negotiable Instruments Act: Civil Liability with Criminal Implications; Accused Has Right to Silence.

August 1, 2017

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The offence under Section 138 of Negotiable Instruments Act, undoubtedly is a civil liability dressed in a criminal colour - an accused is entitled to maintain silent. - HC

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The offence under Section 138 of Negotiable Instruments Act, ...

Section 138 of Negotiable Instruments Act: Civil Liability with Criminal Implications; Accused Has Right to Silence.

August 1, 2017

Case Laws Indian Laws HC

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