N. Harihara Krishnan vs J. Thomas

The Supreme Court addressed a complaint under Sections 138 and 142 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881, regarding a dishonored cheque for Rs.39 lakhs drawn by the appellant. The Court held that the cheque was not drawn for any legally due amount, as the total sale consideration for the related transactions was only Rs.6,50,000. The Court found prima facie doubts about the legitimacy of the claim and allowed the appeal, thereby setting aside the lower court's order to implead the appellant's company as an accused.