Court Overturns Acquittal in Cheque Dishonor Case; Respondent Sentenced to Jail u/s 139 of Negotiable Instruments Act.

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....Dishonor of cheques - acquittal of accused - based on the evidence on record, the appellants have proved the guilt of the respondent beyond a reasonable doubt. The acquittal is based on a misreading of the evidence on record and virtually ignoring the presumption that arises in terms of Section 139 of the N.I. Act. - This is a fit case where the respondent should be sentenced to undergo imprisonment of six months and pay a fine of ₹ 60,000/-. In default, the respondent will have to suffer further imprisonment of one month. - HC....