Negotiable Instruments Act: Cheque Bounce Acquittal Appeal Transferred to Sessions Court, Complainant's Victim Rights Recognised: Gujarat High Court

The Gujarat High Court has passed an important order regarding appeals in cheque dishonour cases under the Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881. The Court held that in view of recent Supreme Court rulings, a complainant in a cheque bounce case is to be treated as a victim and can file an appeal before the Sessions Court against an acquittal order. Parties In The Case The matter arose…