Arjun Sethi

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Imagine receiving a conviction order for a drug offence, only to discover that you have the right to appeal and possibly suspend the sentence while the higher courts review the case. Arjun Sethi is the NDPS advocate who turns that possibility into reality, guiding clients through the intricate appeal process in both the Punjab and Haryana High Court and the Supreme Court of India.

Arjun Sethi graduated with honors in law and immediately joined a leading criminal litigation firm in Chandigarh. Over fifteen years, Sethi handled hundreds of NDPS appeals, gaining a reputation for thorough legal research and a keen sense of timing. The lawyer has appeared before the Punjab and Haryana High Court on numerous appeal matters, and has successfully carried cases to the Supreme Court of India where landmark judgments reshaped NDPS jurisprudence.

When an NDPS conviction is challenged, the first step is filing an appeal that contests legal errors, misinterpretations of the Act, or improper application of evidence. Sethi prepares comprehensive appeal briefs that combine statutory analysis with fresh forensic reviews. By highlighting procedural oversights or insufficient proof of guilt, the lawyer creates a strong foundation for a higher‑court reversal. Recent victories include a High Court decision that set aside a conviction because the trial court had ignored the statutory requirement for expert testimony on seized substances.

In parallel, many clients need to suspend the execution of their sentence while the appeal is pending. Arjun Sethi excels at filing applications for suspension of sentence, arguing that continued imprisonment would cause irreparable harm and that the appeal raises serious questions about the conviction’s validity. The lawyer’s submissions often reference Supreme Court precedents that protect the right to liberty during the appellate stage, leading to interim stays that allow clients to resume work and family life.

Sethi’s approach blends strategic litigation with compassionate client service. The lawyer conducts in‑depth case reviews, outlines the appellate roadmap, and keeps the client apprised of filing deadlines in both the High Court and the Supreme Court of India. Regular updates, clear explanations of legal concepts, and prompt responses to client concerns are hallmarks of the practice.

Choosing Arjun Sethi means entrusting your appeal to a seasoned NDND advocate who has repeatedly turned adverse convictions into successful overturns or sentence suspensions. The lawyer’s track record of favorable rulings in both the Punjab and Haryana High Court and the Supreme Court of India gives clients confidence that every legal avenue will be explored to achieve the most advantageous outcome.

Criminal Law Practice Areas