Dishonour of Cheques

Dishonour of Cheques by Mukund Prakashan is an authoritative and practice-oriented handbook designed to explain every essential aspect of cheque bounce litigation under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881. This book presents a structured analysis of statutory provisions, step-by-step procedural requirements, limitation periods, summary trial stages, and the legal obligations of parties involved in cheque transactions. It includes model drafts for complaints, notices, affidavits, and applications commonly filed in Section 138 cases, enabling readers to confidently prepare documents with accuracy. The book also covers landmark judgments of the Supreme Court and High Courts, offering clear insights into evolving interpretations such as presumption of liability, legally enforceable debt, vicarious liability, and compounding of offences. For practical clarity, the author provides real-world examples, cross-examination strategies, defences available to the accused, and key compliance requirements for businesses and individuals.Written in a simple, methodical style, this book is equally valuable for beginners and experienced practitioners. Whether for exam preparation or day-to-day litigation, it serves as a dependable and comprehensive reference on cheque dishonour law.