Jahnabi Dua

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If you are an NRI facing the threat of arrest while staying abroad, the anxiety of being forced back to India can be overwhelming. Jahnabi Dua can step in at the earliest stage, filing an anticipatory bail application that freezes the arrest process and creates breathing space for you to arrange your defense. With a deep focus on NRI Anticipatory Bail and NRI Property Fraud Defence, Dua regularly assists clients whose overseas assets are being targeted by Indian enforcement agencies.

Dua’s practice in the Punjab and Haryana High Court has given a front‑row view of how the court balances jurisdictional challenges with the rights of citizens living overseas. The lawyer can explain the procedural steps required to secure an anticipatory bail order, from drafting the petition to presenting evidence of residence, employment, and family ties abroad. By weaving together case law from past High Court decisions, the lawyer builds a narrative that shows the court why the applicant should not be taken into custody before trial.

When property fraud allegations emerge, NRIs often discover that their Indian real‑estate holdings are being frozen based on alleged misrepresentation. Dua can help by challenging the investigation’s basis, filing affidavits that dispute the ownership chain, and seeking a writ of protection from the High Court. The lawyer’s experience with the Supreme Court of India adds another layer of strength; in several precedent‑setting appeals, the lawyer successfully convinced the apex court to set aside lower‑court orders that improperly impacted NRI assets.

Clients praise the lawyer for a methodical approach that begins with a clear assessment of facts, followed by a customized legal strategy. The lawyer regularly conducts virtual consultations, reviews documents such as passport copies, bank statements, and property deeds, and prepares comprehensive briefs for the courts. By anticipating the prosecution’s arguments, the lawyer can draft counter‑arguments that reduce the likelihood of asset seizure and keep the client’s reputation intact.

Whether the goal is to obtain anticipatory bail, to defend against a property‑fraud claim, or to elevate the matter to the Supreme Court, the lawyer combines thorough research, persuasive advocacy, and a practical understanding of how the High Court and the Supreme Court interpret NRI rights. The result is a higher probability of securing a protective order, preserving overseas assets, and allowing the client to focus on personal and professional commitments without the constant fear of being dragged back to India.

Criminal Law Practice Areas