Is a cheque bounce notice received via email even valid
23-Mar-2023 (In Cheque Bounce Law)
I issued cheque to a person on 30/11/2016 he presented it on 20.12.2016 and the cheque were dishonoured for the reason- ‘funds insufficient’ and the cheque dishonoured memo on 25.12.2016 I received a legal notice in email on 28/12/2016 in word format with out signed in attachment. I replied to the lawyer immediately receipt of the notice sent by in word format by way of e mail, provided my mailing address to send signed notice. Till now I have not received any notice in writing. Is the cheque still valid for action under 138 ?
Yes it is valid as under section 138 of Negotiable Instruments Act, you will have to make the said payment to the opposite party within 6 months of the dishonor of the cheque. Otherwise criminal proceedings against you.
In cheque bouncing case complaint can send a demand notice through e mail,by in person or by rpad.
As per you're question the complaint send you notice through email that notice is valid or not it has to be decided at the stage of evidence but he can file a criminal case against you.
As per you're question the complaint send you notice through email that notice is valid or not it has to be decided at the stage of evidence but he can file a criminal case against you.
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