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Cheque Bounce Notice
When a cheque is dishonoured, a statutory notice under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act must be sent within 30 days to preserve your right to prosecute. We draft compliant notices that maximise your chances of recovery.
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Cheque Bounce Notice
1-2 working days
- Section 138-compliant notice
- Sent within statutory limit
- Next-step guidance
What you get
- Section 138-compliant cheque bounce notice
- Demand for the cheque amount within statutory time
- Guidance on the 15-day compliance window
- Advice on next steps if unpaid
Documents required
- Copy of the dishonoured cheque
- Bank cheque-return memo
- Details of the underlying transaction
Questions, answered
Frequently asked questions
Within what time must a cheque bounce notice be sent?
The notice must be sent within 30 days of receiving the bank's cheque-return memo. The drawer then has 15 days to pay before you can file a complaint.
What can I do if the notice is ignored?
If payment is not made within 15 days, you can file a criminal complaint under Section 138 of the NI Act within the prescribed limitation period. We can guide you on the process.
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