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Dishonor of Cheque - it is crystal clear that vicarious ...

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June 28, 2022

Dishonor of Cheque - it is crystal clear that vicarious liability under sub section 1 or 2 of section 141 of the Negotiable Instruments Act can be fastened if the person is having the control over the day to day affairs of the company. Looking to the explanation of the said section, it is crystal clear that the firm or the company are required to be made an accused in the complaint, which is lacking in the case in hand. However, such vicarious liability arises only when the company or the firm commits offence as primary offence. - HC

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