#Legal Notice

The Himachal Pradesh High Court ruled that the 45-day limitation period for filing a complaint under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act begins from the date stamped on the postal acknowledgment receipt, not from an assumed earlier service date. This clarification impacts cheque dishonour cases, ensuring compliance with strict procedural timelines.

Madhya Pradesh High Court holds that absence of signature on legal notice under Section 138 NI Act does not invalidate the complaint if content and intent are clear.