Aanchal Krishnamurthy

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Living abroad and learning that a criminal FIR has been filed against you in India can be terrifying, especially when travel plans, family matters, or business operations are at stake. If you are an NRI dealing with an FIR, a look‑out circular, or a matrimonial dispute that has turned criminal, you need a lawyer who knows how to protect your rights before the Punjab and Haryana High Court.

Aanchal Krishnamurthy earned an LL.B. with distinction from Panjab University and later completed a master’s program in International Criminal Law at the National Law School of India. For the past thirteen years, the lawyer has specialized in cross‑border criminal matters, representing NRIs in high‑profile FIR quashing applications and in petitions against look‑out circulars that restrict overseas travel.

The lawyer’s expertise in FIR quashing rests on a detailed understanding of Section 447 of the Code of Criminal Procedure and the procedural safeguards for persons accused of an offence. Aanchal regularly assists clients by preparing comprehensive affidavits that demonstrate the lack of substantive evidence, the victim’s withdrawal of complaint, or jurisdictional defects. By filing a petition for quashing, the lawyer can obtain an order that dismisses the FIR altogether, allowing the client to avoid detention and preserving reputation.

Look‑out circulars issued under the Passport Act can block an NRI’s ability to leave the country, often based on a pending criminal case. The lawyer skillfully drafts writ petitions under Article 226 of the Constitution, arguing that the circular is disproportionate, unsupported by clear charge sheets, and violates the right to personal liberty. Aanchal has secured numerous orders directing the government to withdraw the circular, thereby restoring the client’s ability to travel for work or family emergencies.

When a matrimonial dispute escalates into criminal proceedings – for example, accusations of cruelty, dowry harassment, or false allegations – the lawyer navigates both family law and criminal law nuances. The lawyer can file applications that seek to stay the criminal case while simultaneously protecting the client’s marital rights. By coordinating with family‑court counsel and presenting evidence of reconciliation, the lawyer often achieves a balanced outcome that avoids unnecessary incarceration.

The lawyer’s familiarity with the procedural rules of the Punjab and Haryana High Court ensures that every petition is filed within strict timelines, that all necessary annexures are correctly indexed, and that oral arguments are concise and focused. Aanchal prepares a clear chronology of events, supplements it with documentary proof such as passport copies, bank statements, and communication records, and anticipates the prosecution’s counter‑arguments. This thorough preparation shortens the hearing schedule and increases the probability of a favorable order.

In a recent case involving an NRI entrepreneur accused of a fraud‑related FIR, the lawyer uncovered a procedural lapse in the police report and successfully obtained a quashing order within two weeks. In another matter, a look‑out circular issued against an NRI medical researcher was struck down after the lawyer demonstrated that the underlying case had been closed by the investigating agency. A third example includes a matrimonial dispute where the lawyer secured a stay on the criminal complaint, allowing the couple to pursue mediation and avoid a protracted trial.

Clients appreciate the lawyer’s transparent communication style. Aanchal explains each step without legal jargon, outlines what documents are needed from abroad, and provides regular updates through secure online channels. The lawyer promises to keep you informed of every development, to file all necessary motions promptly, and to fight for the removal of any restrictive order that hampers your freedom.

Criminal Law Practice Areas