The window to send a legal demand notice is just 30 days from the bank return memo. Once that notice is served, the payee has 15 days to make the payment. Miss either deadline, and the complaint fails. Whether you want to file a complaint or defend one, we move fast to protect your rights.
These timelines are strictly enforced. One missed day can kill your case. Let us review your matter immediately.
Cheque bounce & recovery under the NI Act — we act for both complainants and accused, across criminal complaints, summary suits, and negotiated settlements.
A cheque can bounce for many reasons — insufficient funds, a mismatched signature, a stopped payment, or a closed account. Whatever the reason, the law provides a powerful remedy under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, along with civil recovery avenues. Our team handles every stage: drafting the mandatory legal demand notice, filing the criminal complaint, securing bail for accused persons, and arguing the trial.
We also represent clients who have been wrongly named in cheque bounce cases — for instance, directors or partners who were not involved in the day-to-day affairs of the company. We apply for quashing of complaints, defend at trial, and negotiate settlements that result in acquittal.
Why clients choose us for cheque bounce matters:
In our experience, many cheque bounce cases settle — but only when the complainant is properly armed. We help you leverage the criminal proceedings to achieve a fast, fair recovery. If settlement fails, we are fully prepared to go to trial.
If you are holding a returned cheque or have received a Section 138 notice, don't wait. A small delay can cost you the entire remedy. Share your papers with us for a free, 24‑hour assessment.
We handle every stage of a cheque bounce dispute — from the first legal notice through criminal trial and, if necessary, appeal — always with an eye on the fastest recovery.
A bounced cheque is the first piece of evidence in a Section 138 case. Preserve the return memo and the original cheque — then contact us immediately.
Cheque bounce & recovery counsel
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