S.138 NI Act Allows Accused to Obtain Certified Copy of Specimen Signature from Bank in Dispute over Cheque Signature: Supreme Court

In a recent judgment, the Supreme Court of India has dismissed a criminal appeal filed by Ajitsinh Chehuji Rathod against the State of Gujarat & Anr. The case, arising from SLP(Crl.) No(s). 16641 of 2023, revolves around allegations of dishonor of a cheque amounting to Rs. 10 lakhs under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881. Key Highlights: 1. Background of the Case: - Ajitsinh Chehuji Rathod, the appellant,…