S.219 CrPC | Joinder Of Charges Not Applicable In Dishonored Cheque Cases Where Complainant Issues Consolidated Demand Notice: Jammu and Kashmir High Court

In a recent case heard by the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir, the Court dealt with a petition challenging a complaint under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act (NI Act). The complaint was filed by Tariq Ahmad Wani against Fayaz Ahmad Rather for issuing dishonored cheques. The core issue revolved around whether a single complaint could be filed for multiple cheques dishonored in a similar manner. Case Background…