Cheque Dishonor Case: Accused Rebutted Presumption, Complainant Must Prove Financial Standing for Enforceable Debt Discharge.

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....Dishonor of Cheque - discharge of legally enforceable debt or not - Admittedly, the accused is neither a friend nor relative of the complainant. Hence, the financial status of the complainant itself is in doubt and as such, the accused has created a dent in the case of the complainant. - Considering these facts and circumstances, it is evident that the accused has rebutted the presumption available in favour of the complainant. Thereafter, the burden again shifts on the complainant to establish his financial status - HC....