Indian Criminal Law Services
Indian criminal law is primarily governed by three major statutes:
- The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) – Defines crimes and prescribes punishments.
- Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) – Lays down procedures for investigation, trial, and sentencing.
- Indian Evidence Act, 1872 – Regulates the admissibility of evidence in criminal cases.
Key Criminal Law Services
As a legal practitioner, your criminal law services may include:
1. Criminal Defense & Trial Representation
- Defending clients accused of crimes under the BNS.
- Representing clients in Sessions Court, Magistrate Court, and High Court.
- Handling bail applications (Anticipatory & Regular Bail).
- Filing discharge & quashing petitions.
2. Assistance in Criminal Complaints & FIR
- Drafting and filing criminal complaints in police stations or courts.
- Seeking registration of FIR.
- Filing Writ Petitions (Mandamus) for FIR registration if police refuse to act.
3. Bail & Anticipatory Bail
- Filing Anticipatory Bail Applications (ABA).
- Seeking Regular Bail.
- Filing Cancellation of Bail Applications, if required.
4. Appeals & Revisions in Criminal Cases
- Filing criminal appeals before Sessions Court, High Court, or Supreme Court.
- Seeking revision of orders.
- Filing Special Leave Petitions (SLP) before the Supreme Court.
5. Cyber Crime & Financial Fraud Cases
- Defending or prosecuting cases under the Information Technology Act, 2000.
- Handling cheating, forgery, and financial fraud matters.
- Representing clients in ED (Enforcement Directorate) and CBI matters.
6. White-Collar & Corporate Crimes
- Representing clients in economic offenses (Money Laundering, PMLA Cases, SEBI Violations, etc.).
- Handling cases under the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 (Cheque Bounce – Section 138 NI Act).
7. Consultation & Legal Documentation
- Providing legal opinions & consultations on criminal law matters.
- Drafting notices, complaints, representations, and legal documents.