AI-Based Resolution Of Cheque Bounce Cases Is Feasible: Ex-CJI DY Chandrachud

This article covers former Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud’s views on the feasibility of using artificial intelligence to resolve cheque bounce cases. It explains how the overwhelming pendency of cases under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act has burdened the criminal justice system and how technology-driven solutions could reduce delays. The report describes proposals for automated scrutiny of documents, AI-assisted case triage, and digital dispute resolution platforms that could streamline minor financial offence cases. It also touches upon concerns regarding fairness, transparency, data protection, and judicial oversight when deploying AI tools in adjudication. The article situates these remarks within broader judicial reforms, digital courts, and the modernization of India’s legal system, highlighting both the efficiency potential and the safeguards required for responsible implementation.