Victim’s Right to Appeal Against Acquittal in Cheque Bounce Case Recognised Under Section 372 CrPC and Section 413 BNSS: Orissa High Court
The High Court of Orissa delivered an important judgment on 17 April 2026 explaining the rights of a victim in cheque bounce cases. The case was filed by Ashok Kumar Pati against Jagannath Barik after the trial court acquitted the accused in a cheque dishonour matter. The Court clarified the correct legal remedy available to a complainant under Section 138 Negotiable Instrument Act 1881. Background Facts of the Dispute The…
