When liberty, reputation or a business is on the line, the first steps matter most. Our criminal litigation practice, built over four decades under the guidance of Managing Partner K. Srinivas, represents individuals, directors and companies from the pre-arrest stage through trial and appeal.
We act in matters under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS) and the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 (BNSS), as well as offences registered under the former IPC and CrPC that continue to be tried under the old law. Our team prepares every matter with close attention to procedure and evidence, the areas in which cases are most often won or lost.
A large share of our criminal work arises from commercial relationships: cheque dishonour complaints under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, allegations of cheating and criminal breach of trust, and white-collar investigations. We advise on strategy so that the criminal and civil sides of a dispute move together rather than against each other.
Courts & forums: High Court of Karnataka, Sessions Courts, Magistrate Courts, Special Courts.
Every matter is prepared with clear communication, structured strategy and consistent support at every stage, backed by more than 40 years of practice and over 10,000 cases handled.
Speak to a criminal lawyer before giving any statement or appearing before the police. Depending on the facts, it may be appropriate to apply for anticipatory bail or to approach the High Court for relief. Keep copies of every document and notice you receive.
Anticipatory bail is sought before arrest by a person who apprehends arrest for a non-bailable offence. Regular bail is sought after a person has been arrested or taken into custody. The forum, conditions and considerations differ, so the right application depends on the stage of the matter.
Yes. From 1 July 2024, the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) replaced the IPC and CrPC for new cases. Offences committed and proceedings pending before that date may continue under the earlier laws, which is why the applicable statute must be checked in each matter.
The High Court has inherent powers to quash criminal proceedings in appropriate cases, for example where the allegations do not disclose an offence, where the dispute is essentially civil in nature, or in certain cases where parties have settled. Each petition depends on its facts.
Yes. We act for both complainants and accused persons in proceedings under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, from the statutory demand notice through trial, appeal and settlement.