Transfer of Complaint under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 Denied. Accused's request for complaint transfer dismissed; exemption from personal appearance may be sought.


Summary of Judgement

At the instance of the accused, an order of transfer of a complaint under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881, cannot be issued. The petitioner has the option to apply for exemption from personal appearance in the concerned Court. In light of these observations, the Transfer Petition is dismissed. Consequently, any pending applications are disposed of accordingly.

Case Title: Kasthuripandian S Versus RBL Bank Limited

Citation: 2024 Lawtext (SC) (6) 241

Case Number: Transfer Petition(s) (Criminal) No(s). 515/2024

Advocate(s): For the Petitioner : Mr. Abdulla Naseeh V.T., AOR, Ms. Abreeda Banu, Adv., Ms. Anna Oommen, Advocate.

Date of Decision: 2024-06-24