At Maninder Singh & Associates, we provide strategic criminal law counsel and representation with a strong focus on protecting the rights, liberty, and interests of our clients.
From investigation and arrest to bail, trial, and appellate proceedings, we approach every matter with diligence, discretion, and a carefully considered legal strategy. Our objective is to provide clear advice, strong representation, and practical legal solutions at every critical stage of a criminal case.
Timely advice can make a meaningful difference in a criminal matter.
We represent clients in complaints arising from cheque dishonour where the statutory requirements of Section 138 are attracted.
We assist in preparing appropriate demand notices following dishonour, with careful attention to statutory timelines and the underlying financial transaction.
We prepare and represent clients in appropriate complaints before the competent court, supported by relevant documents and legally sustainable grounds.
We represent accused persons and examine issues concerning the underlying liability, cheque issuance, statutory compliance, payment, notice, evidence, and other available legal defences.
Where the statutory conditions under Section 138 are satisfied, dishonour of a cheque issued towards a legally enforceable debt or liability can give rise to proceedings under the Negotiable Instruments Act.
Section 138 requires the payee or holder in due course to make a written demand within 30 days of receiving information from the bank regarding the return of the cheque unpaid. The drawer is then provided 15 days from receipt of the notice to make payment, subject to the statutory framework.
Where the statutory requirements are fulfilled and payment is not made within the prescribed period, a complaint may be maintainable subject to the applicable limitation and procedural requirements.
Yes. The accused may raise legally sustainable defences depending on the facts, including issues concerning the underlying liability, statutory compliance, evidence, payment, and other circumstances relevant to the case.
Cheque dishonour offences under Section 138 are compoundable under the Negotiable Instruments Act, subject to the applicable legal process.
