This document is the original judgment from the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh in the case of Parviz Ahmad Bhat & Anr vs Fida Mohammamd Ayoub. It addresses a legal dispute concerning dishonoured cheques, specifically whether dishonour due to incomplete signatures constitutes an offence under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act. The judgment reviews previous Supreme Court rulings and ultimately dismisses the petition, directing the trial court to proceed with the case. This is essential reading for legal professionals and individuals involved in cheque dishonour cases.