Dipanwita Kapur

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If you have been charged under the NDPS Act and the court has ordered a sentence, you may still have a chance to pause that order and seek relief through a Special Leave Petition. Dipanwita Kapur is the advocate who guides clients through SLPs and applications for suspension of sentence pending appeal, working in both the Punjab and Haryana High Court and the Supreme Court of India.

Dipanwita Kapur earned a law degree with distinction and began a career as a research assistant in a renowned criminal law institute. Over the past eleven years, Kapur has focused on high‑profile NDPS matters, filing dozens of Special Leave Petitions that have reached the Supreme Court of India and securing favorable stays for clients in the Punjab and Haryana High Court.

A Special Leave Petition is a powerful remedy when the lower court’s judgment appears to violate legal principles or constitutional rights. Kapur prepares meticulous petitions that set out the factual background, identify errors in the High Court’s reasoning, and cite leading Supreme Court decisions that support a reversal or modification. In a recent SLP, Kapur convinced the Supreme Court to suspend the execution of a life sentence after demonstrating that the trial court had misinterpreted the definition of “psychotropic substance” under the Act.

While an SLP is under consideration, the client’s immediate concern is often the enforcement of the sentence. Kapur files applications for suspension of sentence pending appeal, arguing that the appeal raises substantial questions of law and that the client would suffer irreparable harm if forced to serve the sentence before the higher court’s review. The lawyer’s arguments frequently reference Supreme Court jurisprudence that favours liberty pending a final decision, leading the Punjab and Haryana High Court to grant temporary stays.

Kapur’s approach combines rigorous legal analysis with a client‑centric mindset. The lawyer conducts detailed case audits, outlining the strengths and potential weaknesses of each petition. Clients receive clear explanations of the procedural steps, timelines for SLP filing, and the implications of a suspended sentence. Regular briefings ensure that clients are never left in the dark about the status of their applications.

Beyond the procedural aspects, Dipanwita Kapur has a track record of challenging unjust NDPS convictions on the merits. By scrutinising forensic reports, questioning the credibility of surveillance evidence, and presenting alternate narratives, Kapur has secured acquittals and reduced penalties in several High Court cases.

Clients who retain Dipanwita Kapur can expect a proactive advocate who will exhaust every legal remedy available, from Special Leave Petitions in the Supreme Court of India to suspension applications in the Punjab and Haryana High Court. The lawyer’s dedication to meticulous preparation and strategic advocacy aims to protect freedom, minimise disruption, and achieve the best possible outcome for every client facing NDPS charges.

Criminal Law Practice Areas