Criminal Litigation by/Against NRIs
Criminal litigation lawyers in India for NRI – With over years of experience in criminal law, our team of criminal litigation lawyers and legal experts are the most qualified to help you with your case.
At NRI Legal Consultants, we understand the complex and often distressing nature of criminal proceedings—especially for Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) who are residing thousands of miles away from India where the case is registered. In criminal law, the stakes are extremely high: a person’s liberty, right to travel, and even their reputation are at risk. It is one of the few areas of law where an individual can be imprisoned or barred from leaving the country through the issuance of Lookout Circulars (LOC), Proclaimed Offender (PO) status, or impounding of passports.
In view of the serious consequences involved, it is important to highlight that all criminal litigation at NRI Legal Consultants is supervised by Senior Lawyer Mr. Navkiran Singh, who brings with him over 39 years of unparalleled experience in the field of criminal law, particularly in matters involving NRIs. Mr. Singh, along with his dedicated criminal litigation team, ensures that each case is handled with precision, deep legal insight, and strategic foresight.Mr. Singh, a distinguished member of the legal fraternity with decades of experience in handling complex and high-stakes criminal matters, lends his strategic insight, legal acumen, and professional oversight to the functioning of the Criminal Litigation Wing, thereby ensuring that every matter is dealt with in a methodical, efficient, and result-oriented manner.Under this framework, all criminal cases are handled by a dedicated team of legal associates, junior advocates, and subject matter experts, who operate under the guidance, protocols, and review mechanisms established by Mr. Navkiran Singh.
However, it is clarified that in view of Mr. Navkiran Singh’s seniority, distinguished professional standing, and existing commitments before various courts and tribunals across jurisdictions, he is not personally involved in every criminal matter that is accepted and pursued by the firm. His direct personal involvement is reserved only for select and exceptional matters, and such involvement is undertaken strictly in those cases where the Non-Resident Indian (NRI) client specifically requests his appearance or direct engagement, and subject to his availability, calendar, and professional discretion.Accordingly, while Mr. Singh’s supervisory role remains a consistent and integral part of the Criminal Litigation Wing’s functioning, the actual appearance and personal conduct of proceedings by him are undertaken only on a case-to-case basis. The client is thus advised, at the outset, to clearly indicate if they seek Mr. Navkiran Singh’s direct personal involvement in their matter so that necessary scheduling and professional arrangements can be considered in advance.
Comprehensive Criminal Litigation Services for NRIs
We offer a wide range of legal services to NRIs facing criminal litigation in India—whether defending against false accusations or initiating action to seek justice. Our services include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. Anticipatory Bail / Pre-Arrest Bail Before Visiting India
NRIs who have apprehension of arrest in India due to a pending complaint or FIR can apply for Anticipatory Bail before they arrive in the country. Our legal team assists in:
• Drafting and filing anticipatory bail applications before appropriate courts.
• Representing the client before the District and Sessions Court or High Court.
• Ensuring safe arrival and departure from India without fear of arrest.
• Filing bail modification applications, if necessary, to allow international travel.
2. Regular Bail Representation
For those NRIs who are already facing criminal proceedings or have been arrested:
• We represent the client in securing regular bail before the trial court.
• We file appeals in higher courts if bail has been denied by the lower court.
• Bail conditions can also be negotiated or modified for travel or employment reasons.
3. Quashing of False FIRs and Complaints
A significant number of NRIs become victims of malicious FIRs, often filed due to family disputes, property disagreements, or matrimonial discord. We assist in:
• Filing petitions under Section 528Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (Earlier Section 482 of the Criminal Procedure Code(CrPC) before the Punjab and Haryana High Court.
• Challenging FIRs based on lack of evidence, jurisdiction, or bad faith intent.
• Filing for quashing of FIRs where charges are false, baseless, or settled between parties.
4. Quashing of Proclaimed Offender (PO) Orders
Many NRIs are declared Proclaimed Offenders in their absence, often without proper notice or summons. This can lead to serious legal consequences, including Lookout Circulars. We help:
• File quashing petitions against such PO orders.
• Challenge service deficiencies or false addresses used to obtain PO status.
• Secure recall or stay on PO proceedings, often without requiring the NRI’s physical presence
5. Quashing of FIRs on Power of Attorney (PoA)
Understanding the difficulties NRIs face in traveling to India, we offer:
• Complete litigation services under Power of Attorney.
• Filing of quashing petitions, bail applications, or settlement deeds without personal appearance.
• Coordinating notarization and legalization of documents from abroad.
6. Matrimonial FIR Defence – Section 85 &86 BNS and Section 316 BNS (Earlier 498A/406 IPC)
In cases where NRIs or their relatives are falsely implicated in dowry or cruelty-related cases under Sections 85/86 BNS and Section 316 BNS (Earlier 498A or 406 IPC), we provide:
• Expert legal defence strategy for accused persons residing abroad.
• Filing of anticipatory bail and quashing petitions.
• Negotiation and settlement, if parties are open to reconciliation.
• Coordination with family courts for related proceedings.
7. Criminal Complaints for Property Fraud / Illegal Possession
If an NRI’s property has been taken over illegally by a third party, relative, or tenant:
• We file criminal complaints at the police station or through Section 156(3) CrPC applications.
• We approach the High Court to issue directions for FIR registration under Section 318 BNS (Earlier 420 IPC)for the offence of Cheating and Section 317 BNS (Earlier 406 IPC)for the offence of Criminal Breach of Trust.
• In appropriate cases, we initiate proceedings for trespass, extortion, or fraud.
8. Criminal Action for Malicious Prosecution / Defamation
If you or your family have been falsely implicated:
• We file counter-FIRs or complaints for false prosecution.
• Defamation proceedings can also be initiated to protect your reputation and seek damages.
• These cases can be filed through Power of Attorney or personal affidavit.
9. Appeals, Revisions & Suspension of Sentence
For NRIs convicted or sentenced by trial courts:
• We file criminal appeals and revisions in the Sessions Court or High Court.
• Apply for suspension of sentence during the pendency of the appeal, ensuring release from custody and permission to travel.
10. Writ Petitions for Protection of Life and Liberty
In cases involving threats, police harassment, or family intimidation:
• We file writ petitions under Article 226of the Constitution for protection orders.
• Direction to police for no coercive action can also be sought.
11. FIR Registration Support in Genuine Cases
If you are a victim and police are refusing to act:
• We file complaints before Judicial Magistrate.
• Approach the High Court through a Writ Petition or Direction seeking directions to register an FIR.
12. Legal Opinion, Background Verification & Red Flag Reports
• Provide written legal opinions on the impact of pending criminal cases.
• Assist with background checks and litigation status of individuals involved in disputes or financial transactions.
Why Choose NRI Legal Consultants for Criminal Matters?
Supervision by Senior Lawyer Navkiran Singh with 39+ years of experience.
Proven track record in securing bail, quashing false cases, and protecting NRIs.
End-to-end legal representation without requiring repeated international travel.
Ethical and professional approach with transparent communication at every step.
If you are an NRI facing or anticipating criminal litigation in India—or seeking to initiate action against someone who has wronged you—NRI Legal Consultants stands ready to provide you with trusted, experienced, and effective legal representation.
From Our Clients
I am trying my best to put gratitude in words for Mr. Jaspreet Benipal. They way he helped me / guided me for my case in India (having some foreign court connection) is really commendable. He has not only saved my time but money too. My lawyer had been misguiding me since last 2 years but when I consulted NRI Legal Consultants, Mr. Benipal advised me the best way which worked in court. Thank you Jaspreet Benipal ji and team NRI Legal Consultants for all the help. I would recommend people to use your expertise in their legal matters. Sometimes, only a second opinion matters.
If you are an NRI, I highly recommend calling Jaspreet to discuss your legal matters. He is direct and clear in his communication unlike the many other lawyers I talked to India. I felt Japreet was genuine in has advice and very knowledge about the judicial system in India. I suggest don’t waste your time with the other Lawyers that over-promise and under-deliver just to collect fees in India, give NRI Legal Consultants a try.
Excellent service! The team is really knowledgeable, courteous and efficient. Also, they’re helping who cannot afford a lawyer, which is in contrast to other law firms in India as they are genuinely trying to provide legal assistance to everyone. So, don’t hesitate to contact them for any kind of legal assistance. Thank you!
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