When a cheque bounces, it’s not just a financial problem—it’s a criminal offence under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881.
⚖️ You can:
Send a legal notice within 30 days of the bounce.
File a complaint in court if there’s no response in 15 days.
Penalty? Up to 2 years in jail, a fine, or both.
💼 Always take cheque payments seriously—on both ends.