Security Cheque Can Trigger Section 138 Depending on the Circumstances, High Court Explains: Himachal Pradesh High Court

The Himachal Pradesh High Court has dismissed an appeal filed by R.S. Shukla against the acquittal of Manjeet Singh and other accused in a cheque dishonour case under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881. Justice Rakesh Kainthla delivered the judgment on 21 August 2026, holding that although the accused had admitted issuing and signing the cheque, the cheque was presented before the underlying liability had actually arisen. Case…