Sanket Bajwa

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A sudden proclamation declaring you a proclaimed offender can freeze bank accounts, halt professional licenses, and make international travel impossible. Sanket Bajwa offers a comprehensive service for NRIs confronting quashing of proclamation orders, matrimonial criminal disputes, and criminal appeals, all before the Punjab and Haryana High Court. The lawyer’s multi‑track practice equips clients with a single point of contact for intertwined criminal challenges.

Sanket’s academic path began with a top‑ranked law school, followed by a rigorous apprenticeship under seasoned advocates in Chandigarh. Over fifteen years, the lawyer has handled a broad spectrum of criminal matters, with a particular emphasis on cases where the High Court’s proclamation powers intersect with personal family issues. This dual exposure enables a seamless transition between filing petitions to overturn a proclamation and defending against matrimonial criminal allegations.

When a proclamation is issued, the immediate impact is the loss of freedom to move and conduct business abroad. Sanket can explain how the High Court reviews the validity of the proclamation, assesses the evidence presented by investigative agencies, and determines whether due process was observed. The lawyer regularly assists clients in filing writ petitions that demand a stay on the proclamation, arguing that the order violates constitutional safeguards and lacks sufficient proof. By presenting detailed financial records, travel itineraries, and character references, the lawyer strives to demonstrate the client’s innocence and restore normalcy.

In parallel, matrimonial criminal proceedings often arise from disputes over dowry, domestic violence, or false allegations aimed at gaining leverage. Sanket’s experience in this arena includes preparing counter‑petitions that expose the matrimonial motive behind the criminal charge, securing protective orders, and negotiating settlements that protect the client’s reputation. The lawyer’s strategy integrates a thorough fact‑finding process, gathering of marriage documentation, and careful analysis of prior case law where courts have dismissed criminal complaints rooted in marital discord.

For clients whose cases have already been decided but require a higher review, Sanket handles criminal appeals with a focus on pinpointing procedural errors, misinterpretation of statutes, or overlooked evidence. The lawyer crafts persuasive appellate briefs that highlight the High Court’s authority to rectify lower court mistakes and can guide the client through the Supreme Court of India if the matter raises substantial questions of law.

Success stories include the quashing of proclamation orders for more than thirty NRIs, leading to immediate restoration of passports and bank access, as well as acquittals in matrimonial criminal cases where the court recognized the misuse of criminal provisions. Clients commend the lawyer’s ability to manage multiple legal fronts simultaneously, noting the clarity of explanations and the prompt filing of necessary documents.

If you are an NRI facing a proclamation order, a matrimonial criminal charge, or an appeal against a criminal conviction, Sanket Bajwa can help you navigate the procedural complexities of the Punjab and Haryana High Court. The lawyer’s blend of litigation skill, strategic foresight, and client‑centered communication aims to secure a swift reversal of adverse orders and protect your personal and professional life.

Criminal Law Practice Areas