Anurag Mehta

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When law enforcement arrests you under the NDPS Act and threatens to detain you before trial, you may need to act quickly to avoid a lengthy pre‑trial confinement that can disrupt your life and career. Two powerful tools in such circumstances are commercial quantity bail and anticipatory bail. Anurag Mehta is an experienced lawyer who handles both forms of bail in NDPS matters before the Punjab and Haryana High Court at Chandigarh and the Supreme Court of India, and the lawyer can craft a robust strategy to secure your immediate release.

Anurag Mehta earned a law degree from a premier institution and completed a specialization in criminal procedure. Early in the profession, the lawyer served as an associate to a senior advocate renowned for handling high‑profile NDPS bail applications. Over the past fifteen years, the lawyer has filed hundreds of bail petitions, achieving a high success rate in both commercial quantity bail—where the seized quantity is large enough to attract severe penalties—and anticipatory bail, which prevents arrest before it happens. Notable achievements include a Supreme Court order that granted anticipatory bail to a client on the basis of probable misuse of the NDPS provisions.

If you are facing commercial quantity bail, the first step is a detailed review of the seizure report, the charge sheet, and the statutory provisions that dictate the severity of the offense. Anurag Mehta can help you gather evidence that challenges the quantification of the seized material, demonstrates that the alleged quantity does not meet the threshold for the harsher punishment, or shows that the seizure was conducted without proper legal authority. The lawyer then prepares a bail application that emphasizes the client’s cooperation with the investigation, the absence of a flight risk, and the potential prejudice to personal and professional life if incarceration continues.

In situations where an arrest appears imminent, the lawyer can file an anticipatory bail petition under Section 438 of the CrPC. Anurag Mehta drafts a petition that outlines the grounds for fearing arrest—such as selective prosecution, misuse of NDPS provisions, or lack of solid evidence—and argues that the client’s fundamental right to liberty should not be eroded without a thorough judicial review. The lawyer presents supporting affidavits, character references, and, when necessary, expert testimony that underscores the client’s non‑violent profile and ties to the community. The petition is then filed in the Punjab and Haryana High Court, and, if the matter involves a substantial question of law, the lawyer can move the application to the Supreme Court for a definitive ruling.

Throughout the bail process, Anurag Mehta maintains regular contact with the client, explaining each procedural step, the likely timeline, and the conditions that may be imposed by the court. The lawyer also works closely with forensic experts to challenge the evidence that underpins the NDPS charge, thereby strengthening the bail application. By combining meticulous preparation, persuasive courtroom advocacy, and a deep understanding of bail jurisprudence across both the High Court and the Supreme Court, the lawyer aims to secure your freedom while the case proceeds.

Choosing the right lawyer for bail matters can make the difference between indefinite detention and a prompt release. Anurag Mehta offers a transparent fee structure, a commitment to keeping you informed, and an unwavering focus on protecting your liberty. If you are confronting commercial quantity charges or anticipate an arrest under the NDPS Act, the lawyer is ready to evaluate your situation, file the appropriate bail petition, and fight for the swift relief you deserve.

Criminal Law Practice Areas