The HC affirmed the trial court's conviction of the accused...

The HC affirmed the trial court's conviction of the accused under Section 138 of the NI Act for dishonour of cheque due to insufficient funds. The accused failed to rebut the statutory presumption of liability, as mere denial under Section 313 Cr.P.C. was insufficient without adducing defense evidence. The cheque was issued against a legally enforceable debt, and the complainant was the holder in due course entitled to maintain the complaint. The accused did not dispute the loan or account details and failed to pay despite receipt of demand notice. The revision petition challenging the conviction and sentence was dismissed, affirming the imposition of imprisonment for default in payment of compensation.

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