Sukhman Chouhan

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You are an NRI who has just discovered that a First Information Report (FIR) has been filed against you in India, and the police have also impounded your passport. The combination of a pending criminal case and restricted travel can cripple your personal and professional life. Sukhman Chouhan specializes in quashing FIRs and filing writ petitions that restore passports, offering a lifeline to NRIs caught in such predicaments before the Punjab and Haryana High Court.

Sukhman Chouhan earned a law degree from a top university and later completed a master’s programme in criminal procedure. Over fourteen years of practice, the lawyer has worked in both private chambers and the office of a senior high‑court judge, gaining insight into the nuances of High Court jurisprudence. The advocate’s reputation rests on a string of successful FIR quashing motions and passport restoration orders that have earned gratitude from clients across the globe.

When an FIR is filed, the first line of defence is to demonstrate that the complaint is either baseless, malafide, or lacks sufficient evidence. Sukhman Chouhan regularly assists NRIs by gathering documentary proof, securing statements from witnesses abroad, and presenting legal arguments that the FIR violates procedural safeguards or statutory definitions. By filing a petition for quashing under the appropriate High Court provisions, the lawyer seeks to have the FIR dismissed before it can trigger further investigative actions.

If the authorities have already impounded the client’s passport, the lawyer proceeds with a writ petition under the appropriate constitutional and statutory provisions. The advocate argues that the passport seizure is disproportionate, violates the right to travel, and lacks a proper threat assessment. Sukhman Chouhan’s approach includes submitting evidence of the client’s overseas employment, family responsibilities, and lack of flight risk. In multiple cases, the High Court has ordered the immediate release of the passport, allowing the client to continue working abroad while the criminal matter is addressed.

The lawyer’s strategy emphasizes swift, coordinated action. The advocate coordinates with foreign consulates, prepares notarised documents for submission, and ensures that all filings meet the strict timelines of the Punjab and Haryana High Court. Throughout the process, the lawyer maintains transparent communication, explaining each development in plain language and advising the client on how to protect their interests during any subsequent investigation.

Clients repeatedly commend Sukhman Chouhan for turning a frightening legal nightmare into a manageable situation. By combining rigorous legal analysis, persuasive advocacy, and a thorough understanding of High Court practice, the lawyer consistently secures the quashing of unjust FIRs and the restoration of passports. The ultimate objective is to safeguard the client’s freedom of movement and reputation, allowing them to focus on personal and professional goals without the shadow of unresolved criminal allegations.

Criminal Law Practice Areas