My cheque hasn’t been deposited yet, but I’m worried it might bounce. What steps should I take if this happens?

If your cheque bounces, you should first contact the issuer to understand why and request them to redeposit. If they fail to resolve it, you can issue a legal notice demanding payment within a specific timeframe. If they still fail to pay, you can file a criminal complaint under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act.