Provisions of sec 138 N.I Act attracts only when it has been issued to discharge a legally enforceable debt
Magistrate ordinarily would not entertain application u/s 156(3) Cr.P.C without first approached the police authorities but he can direct investigation u/s 156(3) Cr.P.C if the complaint discloses cognizable offence
N.I Act: If a cheque is deposited in the branch (bank) it is deemed to be presented where the account holder holds the account
Courts are not powerless they may permit amendments to the complaint even after cognizance has been taken
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