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Evidence for Cheque Bounce Case
- Original bounced chequeCriticalThe original dishonoured cheque — keep it safe as it is primary evidence in court
- Bank return memoCriticalThe cheque return memo issued by your bank stating the reason for dishonour (e.g., insufficient funds)
- Legal notice sent to drawerCriticalCopy of the legal notice sent to the cheque issuer within 30 days of bounce, with postal receipt or courier tracking
- Proof of underlying debt or liabilityAgreement, invoice, loan document, or other proof showing why the cheque was issued to you
- Bank statement showing deposit attemptYour bank statement showing the cheque was deposited and returned unpaid
Be careful
- CRITICAL: Send legal notice within 30 days of receiving bank's return memo.
- Accused has 15 days to pay after receiving your notice.
- If not paid, file complaint within 30 days of expiry of 15-day notice period.
- Total time window: 30 + 15 + 30 = 75 days from bounce date. Do not miss this deadline.