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Section 138 Complaint Drafter

Criminal complaint before the Magistrate

A complaint under Section 138 read with Section 142 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881, to be filed before the jurisdictional Magistrate after the 15-day notice period expires. Includes the statutory ingredients, cause-of-action timeline, list of documents, and the sworn-statement framework.
What you'll need to provide
  • Complainant name
  • Complainant address
  • Accused name (drawer)
  • Accused address
  • Cheque number
  • Cheque date
  • Cheque amount (₹)
  • Drawee bank & branch
  • Date cheque was presented
  • Date of dishonour
  • Reason for return
  • Date the demand notice was issued
  • Date notice was served / deemed served
  • Place / court where you will file
  • Nature of the legally enforceable debt
  • Complainant / authorised signatory
A preparation aid — not legal advice. This document is drafted from the details you provide. Please have it reviewed and validated by a competent lawyer before you sign, serve, file or rely on it. MSME Prime does not replace a lawyer.