Central · Act 26 of 1881

Section 56 — Indorsement for part of sum due.

The Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881

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No writing on a negotiable instrument is valid for the purpose of negotiation if such writing purports to transfer only a part of the amount appearing to be due on the instrument; but where such amount has been partly paid, a note to that effect may be indorsed on the instrument, which may then be negotiated for the balance.

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