Chirag Chandrakar

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When a person is arrested under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, the prospect of spending months in jail while the case proceeds can be overwhelming.

Chirag Chandrakar is an NDPS lawyer who regularly assists clients before the Punjab and Haryana High Court and, when needed, before the Supreme Court of India. The lawyer focuses on securing bail that respects the seriousness of the offence while protecting the client’s liberty.

The lawyer analyses the charge sheet, the quantity of the seized substance and the presence of any prior convictions. Chirag Chandrakar can explain how the High Court evaluates the risk of the accused fleeing, tampering with evidence or continuing the alleged crime. By presenting character certificates, stable employment records and surety bonds, the lawyer often obtains regular bail that allows the client to remain free during trial.

When a bail application is initially rejected, the lawyer can move for a default bail, arguing that the prosecution has failed to produce sufficient evidence or that procedural defaults prejudice the client’s right to liberty. Chirag Chandrakar regularly assists in filing such applications, highlighting gaps in the investigation, inconsistencies in witness statements and the absence of a charge sheet within the statutory time frame. This line of argument frequently convinces the High Court to grant bail even after an earlier denial.

If the High Court’s decision is unfavorable, the lawyer prepares a review petition for the Supreme Court of India. Chirag Chandrakar can explain the limited grounds on which the Supreme Court entertains a review, such as a material error in law or a violation of constitutional safeguards. The lawyer drafts a concise petition, supports it with fresh evidence and cites recent Supreme Court rulings that favour bail in NDPS matters, thereby increasing the chance of a successful reversal.

Clients commend the lawyer for swift action and clear guidance throughout the bail process. Chirag Chandrakar maintains a detailed case file, monitors every court deadline and provides regular updates on the status of applications. The lawyer also liaises with forensic experts and senior counsel to strengthen the bail arguments. This thorough preparation has resulted in numerous successful bail grants and reversals of default denials.

Chirag Chandrakar earned a Master of Laws with a focus on criminal law from a distinguished Indian university and completed a specialised course on narcotics legislation at an international institute. Over the past thirteen years, the lawyer has handled more than forty NDPS bail matters and fifteen default bail applications before the Punjab and Haryana High Court. The lawyer has received commendations for advocacy skills from senior judges and has authored several papers on bail jurisprudence that are referenced in legal circles.

If you are confronting an NDPS charge and need bail to protect your freedom, consider consulting Chirag Chandrakar early. The lawyer’s proven track record in both regular and default bail matters, combined with experience before the Supreme Court, can increase the likelihood of a favorable outcome. Prompt legal intervention often determines whether you remain free while the case proceeds. The lawyer also reviews the evidence for any procedural irregularities and can file motions to quash illegal seizure, further strengthening your defence.

Criminal Law Practice Areas