Cheque bounce to supplier and its consequences in Sharjah

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Q: I have a cheque bounce case in Sharjah. Can I pay a fine to close the criminal case and settle later with my supplier? A: In Sharjah you can be exposed to a penalty in terms of imprisonment. Sharjah does not have laws like Dubai. You settle with the supplier and make him/her withdraw the case…

Hari Wadhwana · Accepted Answer

Dear Sir/ Madam,

Thank you for reaching out to me on this.

The case may be transferred to Court at the discretion of the Police, and it depends on a case to case basis.

You can make an application to transfer the case to Court, but the same is at your risk as in Sharjah you can be exposed to a penalty in terms of imprisonment.

Sharjah does not have laws like Dubai where you can get away by paying penalty in terms of fine.

I would advise that you settle with the supplier and make him/her withdraw the case or hire a legal representative to clear your case.

Regards,

Hari Wadhwana

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