Section 420 of the Indian Penal Code deals with cheating and dishonestly inducing delivery of property. Many honest businessmen, unaware of legal loopholes, find themselves tangled in the web of cheaters, resulting in financial loss and painful legal proceedings.
Cheating is a very technical term in law and has been subject to statutory interpretation since the declaration of penal provisions statutes. We have represented numerous clients who lost significant money and were falsely implicated in cheating cases involving transactions that were civil in nature but given a criminal colour.
“A mere representation, which is neither claimed nor alleged to be dishonest or fraudulent, would not attract the charge of cheating only because the complainant parts with his money on the basis thereof.”
We have successfully got quashed false FIRs lodged in matters which were civil in nature, and in various other cases secured acquittals for our clients in forgery matters as well.
Cyber Crime
Internet crimes such as online frauds and forgery are on the rise, and in some cases those charged have been given highly punitive sentences as examples to others.
Even if it may appear that an offence is minor, it is vital that you get legal advice as soon as the police question you about any incident. Early legal intervention can significantly alter the course and outcome of your case.
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