High Court Quashes Cheque Bounce Conviction After Unexpected Settlement Between Parties - Jharkhand High Court
A recent ruling in the High Court of Jharkhand in a case involving Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act (N.I. Act) has garnered attention for its emphasis on settlement and compromise. The case, heard on December 23, 2025, involved a petitioner named Amit Kumar Gupta, a resident of West Singhbhum, who faced conviction under Section 138 of the N.I. Act for dishonouring a cheque. Background of the Case and…
