Court Rules Imprisonment for Cheque Dishonor Unjustified; Monetary Loss Not Addressed by Jail Time.

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....Dishonor of cheque - it is evident that the sentence of imprisonment awarded by the trial court and confirmed by the first appellate court is not justified - In the case on hand, it is a monetary loss to the complainant/respondent. Therefore imposing the sentence of imprisonment will not serve any purpose. - HC....