Tarun Shekhawat

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If you are accused of participating in the financing or harbouring of offenders under the NDPS Act, the stakes are high and the legal landscape is intricate. Tarun Shekhawat is a lawyer who regularly assists clients facing these serious charges in both the Punjab and Haryana High Court at Chandigarh and the Supreme Court of India.

Tarun Shekhawat brings more than fifteen years of focused practice on the financial and accessory aspects of narcotics offences. The lawyer understands how prosecutors build cases around money trails, property records, and alleged support to traffickers. By dissecting the prosecution’s evidence, the lawyer can identify gaps, challenge the admissibility of financial documents, and argue that mere association does not prove intent to facilitate illicit traffic.

When appearing before the Punjab and Haryana High Court, the lawyer presents detailed affidavits, expert testimony on forensic accounting, and contextual explanations that distinguish legitimate business activities from illegal financing. In the courtroom, the lawyer emphasizes constitutional safeguards, such as the right to a fair trial and protection against self‑incrimination, while also offering pragmatic settlement options where appropriate.

At the Supreme Court level, Tarun Shekhawat handles appeals and Special Leave Petitions that seek to overturn convictions or reduce penalties imposed by the High Court. The lawyer stays abreast of the latest Supreme Court rulings on the interpretation of “financing” and “harbouring” under the NDPS Act, ensuring that each petition draws on authoritative precedent. Recent successes include getting the Supreme Court to recognise procedural lapses in the seizure of assets and to remit excessive fines that were not proportionate to the alleged conduct.

The lawyer’s approach is collaborative and client‑centred. Tarun Shekhawat works with forensic accountants, private investigators, and senior advocates to build a comprehensive defence strategy. The lawyer also advises clients on the potential impact of their case on personal and professional life, helping them to plan for the future while the legal battle unfolds. By combining deep statutory knowledge with courtroom experience, the lawyer strives to protect clients from wrongful conviction and to achieve the most favourable outcome possible in both the High Court and the Supreme Court.

Criminal Law Practice Areas