Cheque Bounce (Section 138) Timeline

Work out the notice, payment and complaint deadlines for a dishonoured cheque under the Negotiable Instruments Act.

Based on Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881: the cheque must be presented within 3 months of its date (or its validity); the demand notice must be sent within 30 days of receiving the return memo; the drawer has 15 days from receiving the notice to pay; the complaint must be filed within one month after that 15-day period ends (Section 142).

These tools give general information to help you plan. They are not legal advice. Dates and periods depend on the facts of your matter, so always check the current statute and any court orders.

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