Yuvraj Kohli

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An Indian national living abroad can be shocked to learn that a criminal case in India has led to an arrest, a look‑out circular, or even the impounding of a passport. Such measures can freeze travel, affect employment, and cause severe personal distress. For families and the detained individual, swift legal intervention is crucial. Yuvraj Kohli, an experienced advocate based in Chandigarh, concentrates on NRI bail matters, LOC writ petitions, and passport impounding writs before the Punjab and Haryana High Court and, when it becomes necessary, before the Supreme Court of India.

Yuvraj Kohli earned a doctorate in international law and completed a certification in cross‑border criminal procedures. The lawyer has spent the last thirteen years assisting NRIs and overseas corporations with legal challenges that cross jurisdictional boundaries. More than ninety bail applications for NRIs have been filed, and the advocate has successfully argued dozens of LOC and passport impounding writs, often securing immediate relief. The lawyer’s network of foreign‑lawyer contacts and deep familiarity with the high court’s procedural rules enable seamless coordination across borders.

When an NRI is arrested, the distance from home and the complexities of international law can make securing bail appear daunting. Yuvraj Kohli regularly assists clients by filing bail petitions that emphasize the detainee’s strong ties to the country, stable employment abroad, and lack of flight risk. The advocate also prepares detailed surrender undertakings and coordinates with foreign embassies to assure the court of the client’s willingness to comply with conditions. By presenting a clear, fact‑based narrative, the lawyer often obtains bail within days, allowing the client to return to their overseas responsibilities.

Look‑out circulars issued against NRIs can halt international travel and create professional setbacks. Yuvraj Kohli can help by filing writ petitions that scrutinize the procedural basis of the circular, question the specificity of alleged offenses, and demonstrate the client’s cooperative stance with the investigating agency. The advocate cites Supreme Court precedents where courts have struck down overly broad or unjustified circulars, arguing that the high court should protect the fundamental right to travel while the investigation proceeds. Successful petitions result in the immediate withdrawal of the circular, restoring the client’s ability to move freely.

An impounded passport can immobilize an NRI, preventing return home or travel for urgent matters. Yuvraj Kohli routinely files writ petitions that challenge the legal justification for seizure, emphasizing that the passport is a personal document protected by law. The lawyer presents evidence that the alleged crime does not warrant deprivation of travel documents and that alternative measures, such as a personal bond, can safeguard the investigation. Courts have responded positively to such arguments, often ordering the immediate release of the passport while the case continues.

A notable success came in 2021 when the advocate secured the release of an NRI banker who had been detained under a financial fraud allegation, obtaining bail within 48 hours and having the court lift an unlawful look‑out circular. In another case, the lawyer’s petition led the high court to order the return of a passport that had been impounded for months, enabling the client to attend critical family events abroad. Both outcomes were later upheld by the Supreme Court, underscoring the lawyer’s skill in navigating complex cross‑border legal terrain.

Criminal Law Practice Areas