https://www.taxtmi.com/caselaws?id=313337 SC modified sentence in dishonour of cheque case under Section 138 NI Act. Court expressed concern over inadequate "flea-bite" sentences imposed by lower courts. Respondent-accused sentenced to six months simple imprisonment. Considering cheque amount of Rs. 6,19,488/-, court directed payment of Rs. 10,00,000/- compensation to appellant. Court emphasized need for realistic compensation including interest, noting traditional view of criminal proceedings solely for punishment creates difficulties for complainants as civil suit limitation may expire. Default in compensation payment results in additional six months simple imprisonment. Appeal disposed. en-us Wed, 06 Aug 2014 00:00:00 +0530 Mon, 08 Apr 2024 17:11:08 +0530 TaxTMI RSS Generator https://www.taxtmi.com/caselaws?id=313337 SC modified sentence in dishonour of cheque case under Section 138 NI Act. Court expressed concern over inadequate "flea-bite" sentences imposed by lower courts. Respondent-accused sentenced to six months simple imprisonment. Considering cheque amount of Rs. 6,19,488/-, court directed payment of Rs. 10,00,000/- compensation to appellant. Court emphasized need for realistic compensation including interest, noting traditional view of criminal proceedings solely for punishment creates difficulties for complainants as civil suit limitation may expire. Default in compensation payment results in additional six months simple imprisonment. Appeal disposed. Case-Laws Indian Laws Wed, 06 Aug 2014 00:00:00 +0530 https://www.taxtmi.com/caselaws?id=313337