Protecting your rights at every stage of the criminal process
Criminal proceedings in India can be complex, fast-moving, and consequential. Whether you are facing investigation, arrest, or trial — having experienced representation from the outset is essential. Advocate Mandeep Kaur appears before the Delhi High Court and district courts in a broad range of criminal matters, with particular experience in matters under special statutes.
The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.
Scope of Practice
Bail applications — regular bail, anticipatory bail, and interim bail before the appropriate court
Defense in trial proceedings under the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS)
Matters under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) and enforcement proceedings
Cases under the NDPS Act, including applications for default bail and bail on merits
Anti-corruption matters involving Prevention of Corruption Act charges
POCSO Act proceedings — both defense and representation of victims
Quashing petitions before the Delhi High Court under Section 528 BNSS
Criminal revisions and appeals before the Delhi High Court
Representation in Economic Offences Wing (EOW) matters
How It Works
Review of FIR, charge sheet, and relevant documents to understand the allegations, applicable provisions, and stage of proceedings.
Where applicable, filing a bail application at the earliest opportunity with a well-reasoned application that addresses the court's concerns on flight risk and evidence tampering.
Examination of prosecution documents and evidence, preparing cross-examination, identifying legal objections to inadmissible evidence, and drafting written arguments.
Appearing before the court at every hearing, maintaining consistent and transparent communication with the client, and pursuing appellate remedies where necessary.
Common Questions
An anticipatory bail application under Section 482 BNSS (formerly Section 438 CrPC) should be filed promptly before the Sessions Court or High Court. You should consult a lawyer immediately so that the application can be prepared with accurate factual grounds before any arrest occurs.
Regular bail is sought after arrest, while anticipatory bail is a pre-arrest protection that directs law enforcement to release you on bail should you be arrested. Anticipatory bail is particularly important when there is reason to believe that an arrest may be imminent.
Trial timelines vary significantly depending on the nature of the offence, the court, the number of witnesses, and procedural factors. Sessions trials for serious offences can take several years. However, certain courts operate under time-bound targets and matters can sometimes be concluded more quickly.
Under Section 528 BNSS (formerly Section 482 CrPC), the High Court has inherent jurisdiction to quash an FIR where it is satisfied that the complaint is frivolous, the matter is civil in nature being given a criminal colour, or where the parties have reached a genuine settlement. Each case is assessed on its own merits.
If bail is rejected by the Sessions Court, an application can be filed before the Delhi High Court. If the High Court also rejects bail, a further application may be made to the Supreme Court of India. Each application should address the specific concerns raised by the lower court.
Further Reading
Criminal Law
A clear explanation of the different types of bail in India — regular, anticipatory, and interim — and the factors courts consider when deciding bail applications.
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How Indian courts assess the admissibility of electronic records — WhatsApp messages, emails, CCTV footage, and more — under the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam.
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