PRIME 8 LEGAL - BEST CHEQUE BOUNCE LAWYER WITH OVER 15 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
CHEQUE
BOUNCE
CHEQUE BOUNCE
WHAT IS CHEQUE BOUNCE UNDER INDIAN LAW?
A cheque bounce occurs when a bank dishonours a cheque due to insufficient funds, mismatch of signature, account closure, or other technical reasons.
Under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881, bouncing a cheque is not just a financial issue—it’s a criminal offence.
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⚖️ Punishable by up to 2 years imprisonment, fine up to double the cheque amount, or both
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A cheque bounce case must be filed within 45 days after the notice period
OUR CHEQUE BOUNCE LEGAL SERVICES
We represent complainants (those who didn’t receive their payment) and accused persons (those who issued the bounced cheque) across India.
LEGAL NOTICE UNDER SECTION 138 NI ACT
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Drafting and sending legal notice within 30 days of cheque return
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Ensuring language and content meets legal standards
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Coordinating delivery and confirmation of service
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Often leads to fast out-of-court settlement
FILING CRIMINAL COMPLAINT
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Filing Section 138 complaint before the Magistrate
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Preparing all required documents: cheque, bank memo, legal notice, proof of delivery
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Court representation for hearings and arguments
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Seeking compensation, interest, and costs
CHEQUE BOUNCE CASES DEFENCE
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Representing accused parties (individuals or companies)
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Challenging procedural lapses
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Exploring dishonour reasons beyond scope of 138
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Negotiated settlement or quashing petitions (where applicable)
CORPORATE & HIGH-VALUE MATTERS
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Handling cheque bounce cases involving large sums, business contracts, or multiple cheques
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Representation for directors and authorised signatories
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Legal strategy to protect your reputation and financial exposure
FAQs – CHEQUE BOUNCE LEGAL PROCESS IN INDIA
Q1: How soon should I act after a cheque bounces?
Immediately. You have 30 days to send a legal notice, and if unpaid, 30 more days to file a complaint. Missing these deadlines can weaken your case.
Q2: Can I take civil action also for cheque bounce?
Yes. Along with criminal prosecution, you can also file a civil recovery suit for money owed. We can run both tracks in parallel.
Q3: I’m outside India. Can I still file a cheque bounce case here?
Absolutely. We regularly assist NRIs and foreign businesses who received bounced cheques from Indian parties. All you need to do is provide scanned documents—we take care of the rest.
Q4: Can I defend myself if someone falsely accuses me under Section 138?
Yes. We provide strong legal defense for wrongly accused individuals or company directors—whether due to account issues, disputes, or technical lapses.
Q5: Is settlement possible after a cheque bounce complaint is filed?
Yes. In many cases, parties agree to settle and withdraw complaints with mutual terms. We assist in drafting legally binding settlement agreements.
WHY CLIENTS TRUST US IN CHEQUE BOUNCE CASES
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💼 Proven Track Record in quick cheque recovery and smart case defense
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⏱️ Time-Sensitive Expertise—we ensure no legal deadline is missed
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🌐 Pan-India Practice—File or defend from anywhere in India, including NRI cheque cases
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🧾 Business-Centric Approach—we understand how bounced cheques disrupt cash flow
DON'T LET A BOUNCES CHEQUE GO UNANSWERED
Whether you need to recover your money or defend your rights—we’ll guide you through every legal step, on time and with precision.
