Bombay High Court Dismisses Petition Challenging Territorial Jurisdiction in Cheque Dishonour Case — Jurisdiction Lies Where Cheque Is Presented for Collection. The court held that under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881, the place where the cheque is presented for collection is a relevant factor for territorial jurisdiction, and the Magistrate at Mumbai had jurisdiction as the cheques were deposited there.
14 Jun 2013The petitioners, Sharda Polycolours Private Limited and its directors, were accused in a complaint under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act...




