Kinjal Sabharwal

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If you are an Indian citizen residing abroad and a court in Chandigarh has issued a proclamation or declared you a proclaimed offender, everyday life can become a nightmare, affecting travel, finances, and family. Kinjal Sabharwal, a seasoned advocate in Chandigarh, specializes in quashing such proclamations and handling criminal appeals for NRIs in the Punjab and Haryana High Court and, when needed, before the Supreme Court of India.

The lawyer’s work in NRI proclamation quashing focuses on demonstrating that the investigative agency failed to follow due process, that the notice was not properly served, or that the alleged offences lack substantive evidence. Kinjal regularly assists clients by filing petitions under Section 438 of the Criminal Procedure Code to set aside the proclamation order and to secure a stay on any attachment of property abroad. By presenting proof of residence, passport copies, and affidavits from witnesses abroad, the advocate can convince the High Court that the proclamation was premature and that the client’s rights under Article 21 of the Constitution have been violated.

Beyond the initial quashal, the lawyer also handles NRI criminal appeals, challenging convictions or adverse orders that originate in the Punjab and Haryana High Court. Kinjal has petitioned the Supreme Court of India on behalf of NRIs who faced harsh sentences while being unable to attend trial due to geographic constraints. The advocate argues that the trial court erred in refusing to grant a reasonable adjournment, that the evidence was improperly admitted, and that the appellant’s right to a fair hearing was compromised. Successful appeals have resulted in reduced sentences, reversal of convictions, and, in several cases, complete exoneration.

The advocate’s qualifications blend rigorous legal education with international exposure. Kinjal earned a law degree from a reputed Indian university and pursued a Master’s in International Law, focusing on cross‑border criminal matters. Early career experience includes a clerkship with a senior judge of the Punjab and Haryana High Court, where the lawyer observed numerous proclamation cases involving overseas citizens. Later, a position as legal counsel to a multinational corporation’s compliance department provided practical insight into the challenges NRIs face when dealing with Indian enforcement agencies, strengthening the lawyer’s ability to protect clients globally.

The method followed by the lawyer is meticulous and time‑sensitive. Kinjal begins with a rapid collection of all court notices, passport details, and evidence of the client’s foreign domicile. The advocate then drafts a comprehensive petition that cites relevant case law on proclamation quashing, incorporates jurisdictional arguments, and outlines the hardships caused by the proclamation. For appeals, the lawyer prepares a detailed memorandum highlighting procedural irregularities, evidentiary gaps, and constitutional violations, and files it with the Supreme Court of India. The track record includes more than thirty successful proclamation quashals in the High Court and a dozen upheld by the Supreme Court, as well as twenty‑plus favorable NRI criminal appeals.

Being declared a proclaimed offender while living overseas should not suspend your life. With a focused advocate who understands the procedural nuances of both the Punjab and Haryana High Court and the Supreme Court of India, you can fight back effectively. Kinjal Sabharwal stands ready to assess your situation, explain the legal routes, and work relentlessly to restore your freedom and reputation. By combining sharp constitutional knowledge with proven appellate skill, the lawyer aims to dismantle unlawful proclamations and secure the relief you deserve.

Criminal Law Practice Areas