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2018 (7) TMI 2226 - HC - Indian LawsDishonor of Cheque - cheques when presented at the bank were returned unpaid and inspite of notice of demand, the petitioner did not pay the amount - Territorial Jurisdiction - Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 - HELD THAT:- The question of territorial jurisdiction is rendered academic for the simple reason the averments in the complaints themselves endorse the objection of the petitioner that no charge for offence under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 can be brought against him with regard to the mentioned three cheques since they were issued as security cheques. In view of admitted position of the complainant, the summoning order against the petitioner on their basis is found to be incorrect and wrong exercise of jurisdiction - application allowed.
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