My cheque bounced twice at the bank due to insufficient funds, and now the time limit for clearing it has passed. How can I get my money back legally?

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Apni Law Staff asked 3 years ago

My cheque bounced twice at the bank due to insufficient funds, and now the time limit for clearing it has passed. How can I get my money back legally?

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Apni Law Staff answered 3 years ago

You can file a legal case against the drawer of the cheque under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881. This allows you to claim the amount of the cheque, along with compensation and legal costs.

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