Lost Cheque Book Actions

Summary

If your cheque book is lost, report it to your bank and file an FIR. For a bounced cheque, send a legal notice within 30 days and file a complaint under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act if unpaid.

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It's good that you have filed an FIR. Here are some general steps you can take next:
- Inform your bank immediately about the lost cheque book.
- Provide the bank with a copy of the FIR.
- Request the bank to stop payment on any cheques from that cheque book.
- Monitor your bank statements for any unauthorized transactions.
Do you need information on how to handle the bounced cheque issue legally?
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To handle the bounced cheque issue legally in Telangana, you can follow these steps:
- Send a Legal Notice: Send a legal notice to your friend within 30 days of the cheque bounce, demanding the payment of the cheque amount.
- Filing a Complaint: If your friend doesn't pay within 15 days of receiving the notice, you can file a complaint under Section * of the Negotiable Instruments Act within 30 days.
Would you like more details on how to draft the legal notice?