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Trial defence, private complaints, FIR quashing, and criminal appeals and revisions.
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Criminal Law
Defence, bail and complaints at every stage of a criminal case — from the FIR to the final appeal.
Practice group · Lucknow
Our criminal practice covers trials, bail, special-law cases and cheque dishonour complaints. We act for accused persons, complainants and victims, before Magistrates, Sessions Courts, Special Courts and the Allahabad High Court.
The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA) replaced the IPC, CrPC and Evidence Act from 1 July 2024. Matters that began before that date may continue under the old laws, and we handle cases under both.
RSPractice headRishi SaxenaSenior PartnerWhere we appear
- Judicial Magistrate and CJM courts, Lucknow
- Sessions Court, Lucknow
- Special Courts (CBI, POCSO and others)
- Allahabad High Court, Lucknow Bench
- Supreme Court of India
Our Criminal Law services
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Bail
Regular bail, default bail and bail appeals before Magistrates, Sessions Courts and the High Court.
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Anticipatory Bail
Protection from arrest under Section 482 BNSS, before the Sessions Court and the High Court.
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CBI Cases
Defence in CBI investigations and trials, including corruption and bank fraud cases, before CBI Special Courts and the High Court.
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POCSO Cases
Defence and victim representation in cases under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012, before Special POCSO Courts.
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Cheque Bounce & e-Payment Dishonour
Complaints and defence under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act and Section 25 of the Payment and Settlement Systems Act.
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Cyber Crime
Online fraud, social media harassment and IT Act offences — complaints for victims and defence for the accused.
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What is anticipatory bail and which section covers it now?
Anticipatory bail is a direction that a person will be released on bail if arrested. Since 1 July 2024 it is governed by Section 482 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), which replaced Section 438 of the CrPC.
Where do I apply for anticipatory bail in Lucknow?
An application can be made to the Sessions Court or to the Allahabad High Court (Lucknow Bench). The Sessions Court is usually approached first.
What is the time limit to send a legal notice for a bounced cheque?
The demand notice must be sent within 30 days of receiving information from the bank that the cheque was returned unpaid.
What is the punishment for cheque bounce under Section 138?
Imprisonment of up to two years, a fine of up to twice the cheque amount, or both. The court can also order interim compensation of up to 20% of the cheque amount.
What is default bail?
If the police do not file the charge-sheet within the time allowed — 60 days, or 90 days for offences punishable with death, life imprisonment or imprisonment of ten years or more — the accused becomes entitled to bail under Section 187(3) BNSS, provided they apply before the charge-sheet is filed.
Related legal guides
Anticipatory Bail in India: A Practical Guide under the BNSS
What anticipatory bail is, when you can apply under Section 482 of the BNSS (earlier Section 438 CrPC), which court to approach, and the conditions courts usually impose.
Read the guide →Cheque Bounce Cases under Section 138: Deadlines, Notice and Procedure
The strict timelines for a cheque bounce case under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act — presentation, legal notice, filing the complaint — plus penalties, interim compensation and settlement.
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