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The legal way of recovering the amount of a bounced cheque

Hi,

I received a cheque from someone who owed me money and it bounced.

As the amount is only AED 71,000, is it true that the only thing that can happen is that they will get a fine of AED 5,000-10,000?

Al Nassar Advocates & Legal Consultants
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13 Dec 2018, 12:31

Dear Questioner,

Good afternoon.

Thank you for contacting online.

Regarding the criminal case upon the bounced cheque, what you heard is almost true.

If the person appears before the judge, the chances are mostly to have a fine only. But if he didn't appear, the court may impose a fine or a sentence.

For recovering the amount due to the dishonoured cheque, you have the option to move a civil case for recovery against him.

Please contact me on 0556635526 or WhatsApp me on 0508575526 or email me on ar@alnassaradvocates.com if you need any further clarification or explanation.

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Anitha Rajeev

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Khalifa Bin Huwaidan Advocates & Legal Consultants
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13 Dec 2018, 12:40

Dear Sir,

The only way to recover the money of a dishonoured cheque is by filing a civil case.

We are happy to assist you in this matter. Please feel free to contact us through WhatsApp on 056 1060369 or email on jana@alketbilaw.com

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Khalifa Advocates

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Elnaggar & Partners
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13 Dec 2018, 13:08

Dear Questioner,

We suggest you file a criminal complaint against that person, who issued the cheque. In this way, that person will be banned to travel outside the UAE.

But it's true, that he can go to the police station, pay the fine and obtain the release letter from their side.

In this situation, the only way for you to get your money back is to open a court case against him.

If I can be of assistance, please contact me at rg@elnaggarlegal.com

Thank you.

Best regards,

Raluca Gatina

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