40,000 Cheque Bounce Cases Stalled in Udaipur Due to Police Negligence

Udaipur. Nearly 47,000 cheque dishonour cases are pending in Udaipur district courts, of which around 40,000 remain stalled because the police have failed to serve summons and warrants. As a result, accused individuals who should be appearing before the court continue to move about freely, while complainants are forced to run between courts and police stations for years.

Most cases involve individuals who either lent their hard-earned money or accepted cheques in business transactions. When the cheques bounced due to insufficient funds, repeated reminders went unanswered, compelling victims to approach the court. However, due to delays in serving summons and warrants, these cases have dragged on for years without resolution.

Senior Advocate Sushil Kothari stated that the majority of cheque dishonour cases remain pending solely because summons and warrants are not served on time. He pointed out that the police fail not only to execute arrest warrants but often do not even deliver summons on time. He urged that the court must adopt stricter measures to ensure timely compliance.

The Bombay High Court has earlier observed that if summons and warrants were served promptly, nearly 60 percent of cheque bounce cases could be resolved. The court had also suggested that the government consider digital alternatives for service, similar to how courier agencies ensure timely delivery and acknowledgment of documents.

Meanwhile, the prolonged delays have left small traders, shopkeepers, and common citizens financially and mentally distressed. With crores of rupees locked in unresolved cases, victims are bearing rising stress and economic burden, while the accused continue business activities without fear.