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Criminal Law

Representation at every stage of a criminal matter — from the first FIR to trial, cross-examination and appeal — before the District & Sessions Court, Gurugram.

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Overview

Criminal proceedings move quickly once an FIR is registered, and early decisions — what is said to the police, what documents are collected, whether an application for anticipatory bail is needed — often shape the rest of the case. Adv. Ashutosh Hans handles criminal defence matters under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (and the erstwhile Indian Penal Code) and allied statutes, appearing before the District & Sessions Court, Gurugram, and connected forums.

Work covers the drafting of applications, scrutiny of the charge sheet and evidence, cross-examination of prosecution witnesses, and arguments at every hearing, with the client kept informed after each date.

What this covers

  • FIR quashing petitions and legal notices at the investigation stage
  • Defence in trials before Magistrate and Sessions courts
  • Cross-examination of prosecution witnesses
  • Appeals and revisions against conviction or acquittal
  • Complaints filed on behalf of a victim or complainant

How the matter is handled

  1. Facts & documents

    The FIR, notices and any papers already served are reviewed in detail.

  2. Strategy

    The applicable sections, likely defences and the forum are identified.

  3. Filing & appearance

    Applications are drafted, filed and argued at each hearing.

  4. Ongoing update

    You're informed of the outcome and next steps after every court date.

Frequently asked

I've just been named in an FIR — what should I do first? +
Avoid making statements to the police without legal advice, and preserve any documents or messages relevant to the allegation. Call the chamber as soon as possible so the right protective steps — including anticipatory bail, if warranted — can be considered without delay.
Can you take over a matter already at trial in another court? +
Yes, ongoing matters can be taken up mid-trial, provided the case record and prior order sheets are made available for review.
How long does a criminal trial typically take? +
It depends on the nature of the offence, the forum, and how contested the evidence is. This is discussed candidly at the first consultation, based on your specific matter.

Chamber No. 146, SBS Block, District & Sessions Court, Gurugram.

Call 084479 53090