Harsha Arunachalam

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If you have been sentenced under the NDPS Act and believe the judgment contains legal errors, you need a lawyer who can intervene at both the High Court and the Supreme Court to protect your rights. Harsha Arunachalam is a dedicated advocate in Chandigarh who handles Special Leave Petitions and seeks suspension of sentences pending appeal, offering a two‑tiered defense strategy.

Special Leave Petitions provide a limited but powerful avenue to ask the Supreme Court to review a lower court’s decision. Arunachalam regularly assists clients in preparing petitions that meet the Court’s exacting standards of relevance and urgency. The advocate conducts a meticulous examination of trial transcripts, identifies constitutional breaches or procedural irregularities, and frames arguments that demonstrate why the case deserves extraordinary scrutiny. By presenting a concise, fact‑laden petition, the lawyer maximizes the chance that the Supreme Court will grant leave and address the grievance.

While a petition for Special Leave is pending, it is often crucial to secure a suspension of the imposed sentence so that the client does not suffer irreversible consequences. At the Punjab and Haryana High Court, Arunachalam files applications that argue the sentence should be stayed until the appeal is decided. The advocate cites factors such as the seriousness of the alleged offense, the client’s personal circumstances, and the risk of undue hardship. By demonstrating that the balance of justice favors preservation of liberty, the lawyer frequently obtains interim orders that halt execution of the sentence.

Arunachalam brings over fourteen years of experience handling NDPS matters before both the High Court and the Supreme Court. The advocate has secured the suspension of sentences in more than a dozen pending appeals and has achieved grant of Special Leave in several critical cases. In one landmark ruling, the Supreme Court accepted a petition that highlighted a misapplication of the NDPS sentencing guidelines, resulting in a substantial reduction of the punishment. The High Court, following the lawyer’s arguments, stayed execution for a client facing a life‑term, allowing time for a full appeal.

Choosing Harsha Arunachalam gives you a lawyer who understands the interplay between High Court interim relief and Supreme Court review. The advocate’s strategic coordination ensures that the suspension application is filed promptly while the Special Leave Petition is being prepared, preventing a gap that could expose the client to irreversible penalties. Arunachalam also works with forensic chemists and senior counsel to strengthen technical arguments, increasing the probability of favorable orders at both levels. Clients who have engaged this advocate frequently commend the lawyer’s calm demeanor, rigorous preparation, and unwavering focus on obtaining the best possible outcome.

Criminal Law Practice Areas