I have a cheque bounce case from June 2015. Can you tell me how long I have to file this case in court? It’s been more than 18 months.

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Apni Law Staff asked 1 year ago

I have a cheque bounce case from June 2015. Can you tell me how long I have to file this case in court? It’s been more than 18 months.

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Apni Law Staff answered 1 year ago

Under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881, you have a maximum of 30 days from the date of receiving the bank’s notice of dishonour to file a complaint. Since it’s been over 18 months, you have unfortunately missed the legal deadline to file the case in court.

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