At a glance
A statutory cheque demand requires the correct parties, amount, factual basis, timing and delivery. An ordinary reminder should not automatically be treated as a compliant notice.
General legal-awareness information for Jammu & Kashmir. Applicability, forum and any time limit depend on the governing law and the complete facts. Prepared 2026-10-24.
Law and context
Section 138 provides the written-demand requirement and its timing from receipt of bank information. The cheque, legally enforceable liability, notice contents and service history need examination together.
Practical next step
Prepare the original cheque and memo, bank-information date, transaction record and accurate drawer details. Have the proposed notice assessed and preserve its final text and dispatch evidence.
Important qualifications
This page does not draft a notice or calculate your last date. Do not assume a notice to an unrelated entity or an unverified address is sufficient.
Document checklist
- Cheque and memo
- Bank-information record
- Transaction file
- Correct drawer and delivery details
Sources
General information. The appropriate course depends on the complete facts, documents and applicable law. Editorial process and website disclaimer.