Prathamesh Murugan

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Imagine waking up to an NDPS arrest notice that leaves you behind bars without a chance to post bail. The loss of freedom, income, and reputation can be devastating. Prathamesh Murugan is a seasoned NDPS advocate who focuses on securing default bail, an essential relief when the prosecution has not yet filed a formal charge sheet or when procedural delays occur.

Default bail is a specific remedy that allows a detained person to be released while the investigation continues, provided that the lawyer can demonstrate that there is no substantive case against the accused and that detention is unnecessary. Prathamesh Murugan regularly assists clients in filing applications for default bail in both the Punjab and Haryana High Court at Chandigarh and the Supreme Court of India when the matter escalates. The lawyer’s deep knowledge of NDNDPS procedural timelines and bail jurisprudence enables the preparation of robust arguments that persuade the bench to grant immediate release.

The lawyer’s strategy begins with a swift assessment of the arrest memo, any police statements, and the status of the charge sheet. If the prosecution has not presented sufficient material, the lawyer drafts a concise bail petition that emphasizes the client’s ties to the community, clean criminal record, and lack of flight risk. The lawyer also highlights any violations of statutory procedures, such as irregularities in the arrest or denial of legal assistance, to strengthen the case for default bail.

In the Punjab and Haryana High Court, Prathamesh Murugan leverages local precedents that favour bail in the absence of a formal charge, arguing that continued detention would be punitive and contrary to the principles of natural justice. When the matter requires the scrutiny of the Supreme Court, the lawyer adapts the arguments to the higher bench’s emphasis on constitutional safeguards and the right to liberty. The lawyer’s experience before both courts ensures that each petition meets the exacting standards of language, format, and citation required by the respective judges.

Clients repeatedly commend the lawyer for achieving swift releases that allow them to continue working, support families, and prepare a defence without the stigma of prolonged incarceration. In several cases, the lawyer’s default bail applications have led to the dismissal of the investigation altogether, as the authorities reassessed the merit of their case. If you find yourself detained under the NDPS Act without a charge sheet, Prathamesh Murugan offers the focused expertise, courtroom poise, and strategic acumen needed to secure default bail and protect your liberty.

Criminal Law Practice Areas