Debajit Yadav

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You are an Indian citizen living abroad when a Look Out Circular (LOC) is issued, restricting your travel and threatening detention upon return. Simultaneously, you are contending with a criminal appeal stemming from an offence alleged to have occurred in India. The Punjab and Haryana High Court has jurisdiction over both LOC writ petitions and NRI criminal appeals, and navigating these overlapping matters requires a lawyer who understands the intersection of international mobility and criminal procedure. Debajit Yadav offers focused expertise to address both challenges within a single, coordinated strategy.

Debajit Yadav holds a distinguished law degree and has pursued advanced studies in transnational criminal law. Over the past fourteen years, the advocate has represented numerous Non‑Resident Indians (NRIs) in LOC challenges and criminal appeals, developing a nuanced grasp of how Indian courts interpret jurisdiction, extradition risk, and the rights of citizens abroad. The lawyer’s portfolio includes successful petitions that lifted LOCs, allowing clients to travel freely while their appeals were pending.

When a LOC is issued, the first step is to assess the basis for the circular—whether it stems from a pending investigation, a pending trial, or a missing person report. Debajit Yadav regularly assists by gathering evidence that demonstrates the client’s cooperation with authorities, lack of flight risk, and willingness to comply with any reporting requirements. The advocate then drafts a writ petition under Article 226 of the Constitution, seeking the High Court’s intervention to quash the LOC. The petition is fortified with case law where the court has emphasized the need for proportionality and the protection of fundamental rights.

Parallel to the LOC challenge, the criminal appeal proceeds before the same High Court. Debajit Yadav reviews the trial record, identifies legal errors, and prepares an appeal that argues for reversal or modification of the conviction. By handling both matters, the advocate can synchronize arguments—showing, for example, that the criminal conviction is unsound, thereby undermining the justification for the LOC.

In oral hearings, Debajit Yadav’s advocacy focuses on clear, concise submissions that highlight the client’s ties to India, professional responsibilities abroad, and the absence of any threat to public order. The lawyer’s familiarity with the preferences of judges handling NRI matters enables the presentation of persuasive narratives that align with constitutional safeguards.

After a successful writ petition, the client regains the ability to travel for work, family, or medical reasons without fear of arrest. Meanwhile, the criminal appeal continues to protect the client’s right to a fair trial. Debajit Yadav advises on compliance with any conditions imposed by the court, such as periodic reporting to a designated police station in India, thereby mitigating the risk of future LOCs.

If you are an NRI facing an LOC and a criminal appeal, Debajit Yadav can help you clear the travel restriction and fight the underlying conviction before the Punjab and Haryana High Court. The advocate’s track record in handling both LOC writ petitions and NRI criminal appeals ensures a comprehensive defence that safeguards your freedom, reputation, and ability to lead a normal life abroad.

Criminal Law Practice Areas