The Bankers’ Books Evidence Act, 1891

The Bankers’ Books Evidence Act, 1891 plays a crucial role in facilitating banking and financial litigation by simplifying the procedure for proving entries in bankers’ books. This book provides an authoritative and structured presentation of the Bare Act, along with relevant amendments and allied provisions, ensuring clarity and legal accuracy.

The Act allows certified copies of bank records to be admitted as evidence in courts, eliminating the need to produce original books and protecting the confidentiality of banking operations. It defines what constitutes bankers’ books, outlines certification requirements, and explains the evidentiary value of such records in civil and criminal proceedings.

With the evolution of digital banking, the Act has been interpreted to include electronic records, making it highly relevant in modern financial disputes, fraud investigations, and regulatory proceedings. This publication systematically covers procedural aspects, limitations, and safeguards associated with the use of banking evidence.

Designed for easy reference, the book is an indispensable resource for lawyers, bankers, judges, and students dealing with evidence law, commercial disputes, and financial documentation in litigation.