Legal notice
यह भी कहा जाता है: demand notice
A formal written notice, usually sent through an advocate, telling the other side of a claim and what they must do. It is compulsory before some cases, such as suits against the government and cheque bounce complaints.
A legal notice sets out the facts, the legal basis of the claim, and what the sender wants (payment, vacating a property, stopping an act), with a deadline. It often settles a dispute without a case, and where a case follows, it shows the court that the other side was told.
When a notice is compulsory
- Before suing the Central or a State government or a public officer for an official act: two months' notice under Section 80 of the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908.
- For a dishonoured cheque: a demand notice within 30 days of learning of the dishonour, under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 (see cheque bounce).
- Where a contract or a specific law requires notice before termination or a claim.
In most other disputes a notice is not legally required, but it is usual and sensible.
What to include
- Names and addresses of both sides.
- The facts in order, with dates and amounts.
- The legal basis, and the documents you rely on.
- What you want, the time allowed, and what you will do if it is not met.
Be careful
A notice you send can be used as evidence later. Keep it accurate and avoid statements you cannot prove.
Draft a legal notice or a consumer legal notice, and read how to reply to a legal notice.
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