Section 138, Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881
Expert Representation in Cheque Bounce Litigation
Nine Laws provides strategic legal counsel and courtroom advocacy for both complainants seeking recovery and accused persons defending against prosecution in cheque dishonour matters.
10+
Years of Experience
District · High Courts · Supreme Court
Courts of Appearance
S.138 NI Act
Specialist Practice
Both Sides
Complainant & Accused
Our Practice
Representing Both Sides of the Dispute
Complainant's Perspective
Comprehensive representation for payees whose cheques have been dishonoured. From issuing a statutory demand notice within the prescribed period to filing a complaint, adducing evidence, and securing conviction and compensation under Section 138.
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Rigorous defence strategy for persons facing prosecution under Section 138. Covering legitimate defences, compounding of offences, bail applications, cross-examination, and quashing proceedings under Section 482 CrPC / BNSS equivalent.
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The Foundations of Our Practice
Procedural Depth
Meticulous command of the procedural framework under the NI Act, CrPC, and BNSS — from the issuance of demand notices to appellate proceedings — ensures no technical ground is left unaddressed.
Strategic Advocacy
Each matter is approached with a case-specific litigation strategy, balancing evidentiary strengths, statutory presumptions, and the client's commercial or personal objectives.
Appellate Experience
Extensive practice before the High Courts and the Supreme Court of India in revision, appeal, and writ proceedings arising from Section 138 convictions and acquittals.
Meticulous Drafting
Precise drafting of demand notices, complaints, written statements, bail applications, and quashing petitions — documents that often prove decisive in shaping the outcome of proceedings.
“Renowned for his proficiency in obtaining anticipatory and regular bail, stay orders, and protective reliefs in urgent matters, Mr. Mehandru's advocacy is characterised by meticulous research, precise drafting, effective cross-examination, and tactical courtroom presentation.”
Ravinder Mehandru
Criminal Law Partner, Nine Laws