Cheque Bounce Lawyer in Puri
A cheque bounce lawyer in Puri is an advocate who handles Section 138 Negotiable Instruments Act matters before the Puri District & Sessions Court — sending the mandatory demand notice and filing complaints for payees seeking to recover a dishonoured cheque amount, as well as defending drawers accused of the offence. Advocate Debarchana Samal represents both sides in Puri district.
Section 138 NI Act
Cheque Bounce Services in Puri
Demand Notice Drafting
Preparing the mandatory 30-day demand notice for cheques dishonoured in Puri — required before any Section 138 complaint can be filed.
Complaint Filing for Payees
Filing Section 138 complaints for hoteliers, traders, landowners, and individuals in Puri whose cheques from property, business, or land transactions were returned unpaid.
Defending Accused Persons
Representing individuals in Puri accused of issuing a dishonoured cheque — reviewing notice validity, transaction background, and possible defences before trial.
Interim Compensation (Section 143A)
Applying for or contesting interim compensation of up to 20% of the cheque amount during the pendency of a Puri Section 138 trial.
Settlement & Compounding
Negotiating settlement of cheque bounce disputes, which can be compounded under Section 147 NI Act at any stage, including via Lok Adalat.
Puri District Practice
Cheque Bounce Litigation Before Puri District Court
Puri's economy of tourism, hospitality, and land transactions generates a steady volume of post-dated cheques issued as advances or instalments — and, when banks fail, a corresponding volume of Section 138 disputes. Advocate Debarchana Samal assists both complainants and accused persons across Puri, Konark, and Brahmagiri with demand notices, complaint filing, and defence.
Matters are pursued before the District & Sessions Court, Puri, with appeals available to the Odisha High Court, Cuttack, where necessary.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is a cheque bounce lawyer in Puri?
A cheque bounce lawyer in Puri is an advocate handling Section 138 Negotiable Instruments Act cases before the Puri District & Sessions Court — drafting demand notices and filing complaints for persons owed money on a dishonoured cheque, or defending those accused of issuing one, often in disputes involving land, hospitality, or trade transactions common to the district.
Many cheque bounce cases in Puri involve land or property payments — does that change the case?
The underlying transaction (land sale advance, rent, business debt) is relevant background but the Section 138 complaint itself focuses narrowly on whether a valid cheque was issued for a legally enforceable debt and was dishonoured. Disputes about the underlying land or property transaction may also need separate civil proceedings.
Where is a cheque bounce complaint filed for a Puri transaction?
Ordinarily, jurisdiction lies with the Judicial Magistrate at the District & Sessions Court, Puri, based on where the cheque was presented for collection or where the demand notice was served, subject to the applicable provisions of the Code of Criminal Procedure and NI Act amendments on jurisdiction.
Can I still recover my money if the accused refuses to appear in court?
Yes. If the accused evades service or does not appear, the court can issue a warrant, and in some cases proceed under provisions for proclaimed offenders. This can extend the timeline, so persistent, correctly-documented follow-up through your advocate is important.
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