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I Lend 450000 Rs to My Friend And He Gave Me A Cheque That Was Bounced


25-Jan-2026 (In Cheque Bounce Law)
I want to recover my money as my friend is not returning my money after several request. I lend him last year without any interest.
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Answer #1
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did he give you the cheque, if yes then the first thing we need to do is send a legal notice with 30 days from the receive of return memo i.e., cheque bounce memo give by bank only ask them. and wait for 15 days for his reply after that we will proceed with 138 NI Act criminal proceeding. would love to help you in all this waiting for a reply from your side.
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Advocate Siddharth Srivastav

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Answer #2
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when was the cheque bounced and what was the reason for the bouncing of the cheque. where the cheque was drawn for the encashment. have you send a legal notice. well your relief pertains to criminal as well as civil .
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Answer #3
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If you have a cheque then you can file 138 NI Act case. This remedy is subject to other facts. In this we can also file recovery suit. For precise advice detailed analysis of your case and documents is necessary.
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Answer #4
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Hi there, if the cheque was given and it bounced then it brings the whole transaction under the scrutiny of the Negotiable Instruments Act, which is criminal in nature. However, to devise an appropriate strategy I'll need information regarding the date when the cheque bounced, written communication regarding the acknowledgement of debt. Therefore, it's advisable to contact me and provide requisite details to assist you better.
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Advocate Ishan Parashar

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Answer #5
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You can issue a legal notice through an advocate demanding repayment within 15 days. If he fails, file a civil suit for recovery of money under CPC in the local civil court. Evidence like bank transfers, chats, or written acknowledgment will support your case, and you may also claim interest from the date of default even if the loan was interest-free
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