Cheque Bounce Appeal Dismissed, Principles Under Section 138 NI Act and Scope of Appeal Against Acquittal Reiterated: Himachal Pradesh High Court

The Himachal Pradesh High Court delivered a significant judgment in the case of Akshay Aggarwal versus Anil Gupta and another, dismissing an appeal filed against acquittal in a cheque bounce case under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881. The Court emphasized the limited scope of interference in appeals against acquittal. Facts of the Case The complainant, Akshay Aggarwal, alleged that the accused, Anil Gupta, borrowed ₹1,00,000 on 2…