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Plain-language notes on legal procedure in India. General information only, not legal advice.
Cheque bounce cases under Section 138: the key timelines
A dishonoured cheque can lead to a criminal complaint, but only if strict deadlines for the notice and the complaint are met.
Received a legal notice? What it means and how to respond
A legal notice is often the first formal step before a case is filed. Ignoring it is rarely the best option.
Served with summons in a civil suit? The written statement deadline
If you are sued, the time to file your written statement starts when you receive the summons, and courts have limited power to extend it.