Trial Court Must Assign Special Reasons For Imposing Double The Cheque Amount As Fine In Cheque Dishonour Cases: Karnataka High Court

Bengaluru, July 19, 2024 – In a significant judgment delivered by the High Court of Karnataka, Bengaluru, a reduction in the fine imposed under the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 has been ordered. The Court addressed issues regarding the imposition of fines under Section 138 of the Act, which deals with dishonor of cheques. Case Background The matter involved Mr. Francis Zavier W., who was challenging the conviction and sentence handed…