Relief Refused in Cheque Dishonour Case, Mandatory 20% Deposit During Appeal Emphasised Under Section 138 NI Act: Gauhati High Court
The Gauhati High Court delivered an important judgment on 27 April 2026 in a criminal petition filed by Dr Reema Bodo against Krisna Bayan Das. The case revolves around dishonour of cheque under Section 138 Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 and the legal requirement of depositing minimum 20 percent compensation under Section 148 Negotiable Instruments Act during appeal. The judgment was delivered by Honourable Mr Justice Pranjal Das. Background of dispute…
