[Section 138 NI Act] Dishonour Due to ‘Account Blocked’ After Liquidation Does Not Constitute Offence: Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court has quashed criminal proceedings initiated under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 (NI Act) against the former directors of a private limited company. The Court held that dishonour of cheques with the remark “ACCOUNT BLOCKED” due to ongoing insolvency and liquidation proceedings does not constitute an offence under Section…

