A legal notice for cheque bounce is mandatory before filing a criminal case under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act. It gives the drawer 15 days to pay the amount. This guide explains the legal notice for cheque bounce process.
What the Notice Must Say
- Details of the cheque and date
- Reason for dishonour
- Demand for payment of the amount
- Warning of legal action if unpaid
Timeline to Remember
Send the legal notice for cheque bounce within 30 days of the dishonour memo. If the amount is not paid, file the complaint soon after the reply period ends.
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