Section 143Power of Court to try cases summarily
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Power of Court to try cases summarily
Negotiable Instruments Act
Chapter XVII
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Reviewed by Adv. Shailendra Babbar, Seasoned Advocate · Practicing since 31 years
📅 Updated 2026-03-31📚 Source: The Gazette of India
🗣️ Simple Explanation

This section says that courts can quickly try cases related to cheque bounces and other offenses under this law. This means the process is faster than a regular trial.

💡 Real Life Example

A files a case against B for a bounced cheque. The court can use a summary trial to quickly decide the case, instead of a long, drawn-out process.

🛡️ KNOW YOUR RIGHTS
  • Your case can be resolved faster due to the summary trial process.
  • You have the right to a fair trial, even in a summary proceeding.
Sources & References

📒 Legal text sourced from The Gazette of India & AdvocateKhoj Bare Acts Library

⚖️ Content reviewed by Adv. Shailendra Babbar, Seasoned Advocate, with 31 years of legal practice

📚 Act Reference: Negotiable Instruments Act

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