Digest on Dishonour of Cheques (2017 to 2023)

Digest on Dishonour of Cheques (2017-2023) by Kriti Vashisht is a comprehensive legal digest that compiles and analyses significant judgments related to cheque dishonour under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act. Covering case law from 2017 to 2023, the book provides updated legal insights, statutory interpretation, and practical commentary on cheque-related litigation and remedies.

Key Features:

• Covers landmark and recent judgments on cheque dishonour from 2017 to 2023.
• Focuses on Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, including allied provisions.
• Explains the criminal liability arising from dishonoured cheques and its evolution.
• Analyzes the presumption of liability under Section 139 and how it can be rebutted.
• Discusses procedural aspects like issuance of notice, compounding of offence, and trial process.
• Includes commentary on significant Supreme Court decisions such as Meters and Instruments (P) Ltd. v. Kanchan Mehta.
• Offers practical understanding of cheque litigation in both civil and criminal contexts.
• Updated in light of recent legal trends, including possible decriminalisation discussions.

This book is ideal for legal practitioners, judges, law students, bankers, NBFCs, recovery agencies, and professionals involved in cheque recovery or financial litigation, offering them a detailed, case-based understanding of cheque dishonour laws in India.