Shravani Mehta

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You have been booked under the NDPS Act and are trying to secure bail or to defend against charges of conspiracy, abetment, or financing illicit drug traffic. Shravani Mehta, a versatile lawyer with extensive experience in both the Punjab and Haryana High Court at Chandigarh and the Supreme Court of India, can help you navigate these complex matters.

Shravani Mehta has spent over thirteen years focusing on NDNDPS‑related matters, handling default bail applications, conspiracy and abetment defenses, and cases involving the financing or harbouring of offenders. The lawyer’s dual‑court experience means that the strategy can be tailored to the forum that offers the strongest chance of success—whether that is a swift bail order from the Punjab and Haryana High Court or a substantive legal argument before the Supreme Court of India.

When you approach Shravani Mehta, the lawyer first reviews the charge sheet, the arrest details, and any remand orders. The lawyer then explains, in simple language, the options for obtaining a default bail – a relief that can be granted when the prosecution has failed to file a charge sheet within the prescribed period. The lawyer regularly assists clients in preparing bail applications that stress the accused’s ties to the community, lack of flight risk, and the absence of a prima facie case.

If the case involves allegations of conspiracy or abetment, Shravani Mehta examines the prosecution’s evidence to identify gaps, inconsistencies, or over‑broad interpretations of the NDPS Act. The lawyer crafts a defence that highlights the lack of participation in the alleged plot, the absence of intent to facilitate drug trafficking, and any procedural irregularities that could invalidate the charges. The lawyer also leverages precedents from the High Court and the Supreme Court that limit the reach of conspiracy provisions.

Financial and harbouring offences under the NDPS Act require a thorough understanding of the money‑laundering aspects and the statutory definition of “proceeds of crime.” Shravani Mehta regularly assists clients in disentangling legitimate financial activity from alleged illicit proceeds, preparing expert testimony, and arguing for the exclusion of improperly gathered evidence. The lawyer’s track record includes several instances where the High Court dismissed charges of financing illicit traffic due to insufficient proof of intent.

Clients also benefit from Shravani Mehta’s experience before the Supreme Court of India, where the lawyer has presented appeals that refined the interpretation of the NDPS Act’s conspiracy and financing provisions. These appellate victories have clarified the burden of proof required for conviction and have led to the reduction or overturning of punitive sentences.

If you are confronting NDPS charges, Shravani Mehta can help you obtain default bail, build a robust defence against conspiracy and abetment allegations, and protect you from accusations of financing or harbouring drug offenders. The lawyer’s comprehensive approach combines meticulous case analysis, strategic use of precedents, and focused advocacy in both the Punjab and Haryana High Court and the Supreme Court of India, aiming to safeguard your liberty and reputation.

Criminal Law Practice Areas