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2022 (11) TMI 283 - SC ORDERDishonor of cheque - Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 - HELD THAT:- A complaint under Section 138 cannot be transferred as per the convenience of the accused. However, the petitioner is a woman and a senior citizen. Therefore, she can always seek exemption from personal appearance. If an application is made by the petitioner for grant of exemption, the learned trial Judge shall favorably consider the same. The Trial Judge shall compel the petitioner to appear only when her presence is absolutely mandatory for the conduct of the trial. The transfer petition is dismissed.
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