Legal Representation When Your Rights Are at Stake
Criminal proceedings can have serious consequences for an individual and their family. Understanding the allegations, applicable law, procedural position and available legal remedies is essential at every stage of a criminal matter.
Saral Legal Solutions provides legal advice, drafting and representation in appropriate criminal proceedings, including matters relating to FIRs, criminal complaints, bail and cheque-bounce proceedings.
CRIMINAL LAW MATTERS
Legal Assistance at Different Stages of Criminal Proceedings
Criminal matters may begin with registration of an FIR, a complaint before a Magistrate or other proceedings before a court. The appropriate legal remedy depends upon the allegations, facts, procedural stage and circumstances of each matter.
We assist with:
- FIR-related matters
- Criminal complaints
- Bail applications
- Anticipatory bail
- Regular bail
- Interim bail
- Criminal proceedings
- Cheque-bounce complaints
- Appeals and other appropriate criminal remedies
FIR & POLICE-RELATED MATTERS
Understanding Your Legal Position at the Initial Stage
An FIR records information received by the police relating to a cognizable offence. An FIR is the document recording the first-hand information received by the police regarding a cognizable offence.
Legal assistance at this stage may include:
- Understanding the allegations
- Examining the FIR and available documents
- Advising on the appropriate legal course
- Assistance concerning available legal remedies
- Representation in appropriate proceedings
CRIMINAL COMPLAINTS
Proceedings Before the Magistrate
Apart from an FIR, a person may approach a Judicial Magistrate by filing a criminal complaint. A Magistrate may take cognisance of an offence or, where applicable, and direct investigation by the police.
We assist with:
- Examination of the facts and supporting material
- Preparation of criminal complaints
- Supporting applications
- Proceedings before the Magistrate
- Appropriate subsequent legal remedies
BAIL & ANTICIPATORY BAIL
Seeking Release From Custody or Protection Against Arrest
Bail proceedings arise at different stages depending upon whether a person has already been arrested or is apprehending arrest.
Regular Bail
Assistance in seeking bail where the accused is in custody, including proceedings before the appropriate court.
Anticipatory Bail
Where a person has a reasonable apprehension of arrest in connection with a non-bailable offence, appropriate proceedings for anticipatory bail may be considered before the competent court.
Interim Bail
In appropriate circumstances, interim protection may be sought pending consideration of the principal bail application.
Factors Relevant to Bail
The court considers the circumstances of each case while deciding a bail application. Your earlier material identifies factors such as:
- Nature and seriousness of the alleged offence
- Previous antecedents
- Stage of the proceedings
- Risk of the person absconding
- Considerations relating to public safety
CHEQUE BOUNCE COMPLAINTS
Proceedings Relating to Dishonour of Cheques
We assist with:
- Examination of cheque-bounce matters
- Legal notices
- Complaints under the applicable law
- Proceedings before the appropriate court
- Defence in cheque-bounce proceedings
- Related legal remedies
CRIMINAL APPEALS & OTHER REMEDIES
Legal Remedies Against Criminal Court Orders
Depending upon the nature of the order and the applicable law, a person may have remedies by way of appeal, revision or other appropriate proceedings.
We assist with assessment and preparation of appropriate remedies arising from criminal proceedings.
HOW WE ASSIST
01 — REVIEW
We examine the FIR, complaint, court order, documents and relevant facts available in the matter.
02 — ASSESS
We consider the procedural stage and the legal remedies available in the circumstances.
03 — PREPARE
Where appropriate, we assist with drafting applications, complaints, replies, petitions and supporting documents.
04 — REPRESENT
We provide representation in the relevant proceedings in accordance with the scope of engagement.
WHY TIMELY LEGAL ADVICE MATTERS
Criminal proceedings can involve important procedural stages, statutory timelines and legal remedies. The appropriate course can differ significantly depending upon whether the matter is at the stage of an FIR, investigation, arrest, bail, complaint, trial or appeal.
Obtaining legal advice at the appropriate stage can help in understanding:
- The nature of the proceedings
- The allegations involved
- The present procedural stage
- Available legal remedies
- Documents and evidence relevant to the matter
- The appropriate legal course
Facing a Criminal Legal Matter?
Discuss your matter with us to understand the legal position and the available remedies.
The availability and suitability of any legal remedy depends upon the facts and circumstances of the individual matter and applicable law.