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Format of Criminal Complaint
A ready-to-use format for drafting a criminal complaint under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881, covering cheque dishonour, statutory notice, cause of action, jurisdiction, limitation, and prayer for relief.
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A comprehensive legal drafting format for filing a criminal complaint under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881, in cases involving cheque dishonour. The draft covers the complainant and accused details, facts of the transaction, legally enforceable debt or liability, cheque particulars, bank return memo, statutory demand notice, non-payment within the prescribed period, cause of action, territorial jurisdiction, limitation, supporting documents, list of witnesses, and prayer for appropriate relief before the competent court. It serves as a structured reference for advocates and legal professionals in preparing cheque dishonour complaints in accordance with applicable legal requirements.r relief.