In Brief
This petition concerned two cheques dishonoured and litigated over fifteen years. The Court found that despite legislative amendments aimed at speedy disposal of cheque dishonour cases, trial courts face significant pendency—with over half of pending cases delayed due to non-service of process on the accused. Rather than deciding the merits, the Court directed the formulation of comprehensive guidelines by banks, police, and legal services authorities to expedite case disposal, ensure effective service, and prevent frivolous misuse, while maintaining cheques' credibility. Matters were registered separately for further consideration.
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