A deposit scheme in Warangal failed to return my money, is the company liable?
LA Asked by Lata Mangesh from India
Quick Answer
Unauthorized deposit schemes are regulated under Telangana Rent Control Act 1960 and the Banning of Unregulated Deposit Schemes Act.
Detailed Legal Analysis
Unauthorized deposit schemes are regulated under Telangana Rent Control Act 1960 and the Banning of Unregulated Deposit Schemes Act. The Telangana High Court has held that entities accepting deposits without proper registration are liable for full restitution.
In Warangal, you can file a consumer complaint and a complaint with the state deposit regulator. The Telangana High Court has upheld that directors of defaulting companies can be personally proceeded against for fraudulent deposits.
Under Telangana Rent Control Act 1960, the consumer commission can order refund with interest and penalty for deficiency. You should preserve the deposit receipt, agreement, and communication records for your complaint in Warangal.
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