Experienced Cheque Bounce Lawyer in Kolkata

Expert Cheque Bounce Lawyer in Kolkata

Cheque bounce cases under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 are among the most common legal disputes in Kolkata. Whether you have received a bounced cheque and want to recover your money, or you are facing a cheque bounce complaint, Advocate Panchanand Shaw provides expert legal representation at Bankshall Court, Alipore Court, and all magistrate courts in Kolkata.

Our Cheque Bounce Legal Services

The Cheque Bounce Legal Process

1. Cheque Dishonour: The bank returns the cheque with a return memo stating the reason (insufficient funds, etc.)
2. Legal Notice (30 days): The payee must send a legal notice demanding payment within 30 days of receiving the return memo
3. 15-Day Waiting Period: The drawer has 15 days from receiving the notice to make the payment
4. Filing the Complaint: If no payment is made, a criminal complaint is filed within 30 days after the 15-day period
5. Court Proceedings: The magistrate issues summons, records evidence, and conducts trial
6. Judgment: The court may convict (up to 2 years imprisonment and fine up to twice the cheque amount) or acquit

Why Choose Advocate Panchanand Shaw?

• Extensive experience handling Section 138 NI Act cases at Bankshall Court and all Kolkata magistrate courts
• Timely legal notice drafting within the critical 30-day window
• Strategic settlement negotiation to recover your money quickly
• Strong courtroom advocacy for both complainants and accused
• Transparent fee structure with no hidden costs

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