S.138, NI Act, 1881 : Costs Imposed on Complainant
Section 138 of Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 has its own significance.
In the case citation [2021] GCtR 3379, the issue was related to allegations under Section 138 of the said Act.
The complainant and accused had business dealings among them. Later on, cheque was issued by the accused person which got dishonoured. Then, the complainant filed a complaint before the Ld. Judicial Magistrate. At the earlier stage of these proceedings, it was found that the complaint was not maintainable. After referring earlier judgments of Hon'ble Supreme Court, finally costs were imposed on the complainant in this case related to Section 138 of Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881.
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