CRIMINAL LAW

Representation when it matters.

Legal advice and representation in criminal proceedings involving individuals and businesses.

CG Legal provides legal advice and representation in criminal matters arising from personal, property, commercial, financial and other disputes, from the early stages of a complaint or investigation through appropriate court proceedings.

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WHEN A DISPUTE BECOMES A CRIMINAL MATTER

The first legal steps can be important.

A criminal matter can begin with a complaint, police communication, investigation, summons, arrest, or court proceeding.

The circumstances surrounding the matter — including the allegations, documents, evidence, procedural stage, and applicable law — need to be understood before determining the appropriate legal response.

CG Legal assists clients in understanding their legal position and navigating the relevant criminal process.

ADVISE · DEFEND · REPRESENT

CRIMINAL MATTERS CAN ARISE AT DIFFERENT STAGES

Legal representation may be required at different points of a criminal proceeding.

Before a complaint or proceeding

Legal advice concerning the circumstances, available remedies and appropriate course of action.

When a complaint is made

Advice and representation concerning criminal complaints, police proceedings and related issues.

During investigation

Assistance concerning the legal process, notices, investigation and appropriate applications.

When arrest becomes a concern

Advice concerning anticipatory bail, regular bail and other appropriate remedies.

When court proceedings begin

Representation before the appropriate criminal court in accordance with the nature and stage of the matter.

After an order

Advice concerning appeals, revisions, quashing and other available legal remedies.

OUR CRIMINAL LAW PRACTICE

Matters We Handle

Criminal Defence

Representation and legal advice for persons facing criminal allegations or proceedings.

Criminal Complaints

Assistance in appropriate criminal complaints and proceedings arising from alleged offences.

Private Complaints

Legal assistance in initiating or responding to private criminal complaints before the competent court.

Bail

Representation in appropriate regular bail proceedings.

Anticipatory Bail

Advice and representation in appropriate applications seeking protection from arrest.

Economic & Commercial Offences

Criminal matters involving financial transactions, business relationships, commercial disputes and alleged economic offences.

Property-related Criminal Matters

Criminal proceedings arising from disputes concerning property, possession, transactions or related allegations.

Cybercrime-related Matters

Legal assistance in appropriate criminal matters involving online activity, digital transactions, electronic communications and cyber-related allegations.

Criminal Proceedings Arising from Business Disputes

Where a commercial or business dispute also gives rise to criminal allegations, CG Legal advice and represents clients concerning the criminal proceedings.

Quashing Proceedings

Appropriate proceedings before the High Court seeking quashing of criminal proceedings where legally available.

Appeals & Revisions

Representation in appropriate appellate and revisional criminal proceedings.

Related High Court Proceedings

Appropriate criminal proceedings before the High Court depending on the nature and jurisdiction of the matter.

UNDERSTANDING CRIMINAL PROCESS

A criminal matter can develop through several stages.

COMPLAINT / INFORMATION
↓
POLICE / INVESTIGATION
↓
NOTICE / SUMMONS / ARREST, WHERE APPLICABLE
↓
BAIL / APPROPRIATE APPLICATIONS
↓
INVESTIGATION & COURT PROCEEDINGS
↓
TRIAL / ORDER
↓
APPEAL / REVISION / OTHER REMEDY, WHERE AVAILABLE

The procedure, applicable law, and available remedies depend on the nature of the allegations and the stage of the proceedings.

WHEN SHOULD YOU SEEK LEGAL ADVICE?

Early legal advice can help clarify the position.

Consider seeking legal advice when:

You receive a police notice or communication
A criminal complaint has been made against you
You are asked to appear before a police authority
You are concerned about possible arrest
You need to consider anticipatory bail
You have been arrested and require legal representation
A criminal case has been filed before a court
You receive a summons
A business dispute has resulted in criminal allegations
You are considering making a criminal complaint
You believe criminal proceedings may be legally challengeable
An order has been passed and an appeal or revision may be available

NOT EVERY LEGAL DISPUTE IS THE SAME

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The nature of the allegation matters.

A criminal matter may arise in different contexts:

PERSONAL DISPUTES

Family, relationship, neighbourhood or personal conflicts.

PROPERTY DISPUTES

Possession, transactions and property-related allegations.

BUSINESS DISPUTES

Commercial relationships, contracts and business transactions.

FINANCIAL MATTERS

Transactions, money, accounts and alleged financial offences.

DIGITAL MATTERS

Online activity, communications and digital transactions.

The relevant facts and applicable law determine the appropriate legal response.

HOW CG LEGAL APPROACHES CRIMINAL MATTERS

Understand. Assess. Advise. Represent.

01 — UNDERSTAND

We examine the allegations, chronology, documents, communications, and available evidence.

02 — ASSESS

We consider the applicable law, procedural stage, immediate concerns and available remedies.

03 — ADVISE

We explain the legal position and the available courses of action.

04 — REPRESENT

Where required, we represent the client before the appropriate court or authority.

CRIMINAL MATTERS CAN INVOLVE OTHER AREAS OF LAW

One matter can have several legal dimensions.

Business dispute

Commercial disagreement
→ Contractual dispute
→ Criminal allegation
→ Criminal proceedings

Property dispute

Property transaction
→ Possession dispute
→ Civil proceedings
→ Criminal allegations

Financial dispute

Financial transaction
→ Recovery dispute
→ Alleged offence
→ Criminal proceedings

Family dispute

Matrimonial dispute
→ Complaint/allegation
→ Criminal proceedings
→ Family / civil proceedings

Who We Represent

Individuals

Persons facing criminal allegations or proceedings.

Business Owners & Entrepreneurs

Representation in appropriate criminal matters arising from business and commercial circumstances.

Companies & Organisations

Legal assistance in appropriate criminal proceedings involving businesses and organisations.

Complainants

Legal assistance in appropriate cases where a person or organisation seeks to initiate criminal proceedings.

Other Stakeholders

Persons requiring representation or legal advice in connection with criminal proceedings.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Debt Recovery Tribunal?

The Debt Recovery Tribunal is a specialised forum dealing with specified matters relating to recovery of debts and related proceedings under applicable legislation.

Can SARFAESI action be challenged before the DRT?

The availability and nature of a remedy depends on the action taken, applicable law and circumstances of the matter. Appropriate proceedings may be available before the DRT in matters falling within its jurisdiction.

What should I do after receiving a possession notice?

The notice, underlying documents, security, account position and stage of proceedings should be examined promptly so that the available legal options can be identified.

What is a Section 14 proceeding under SARFAESI?

Section 14 of the SARFAESI Act provides a statutory mechanism through which a secured creditor may seek the assistance of the Chief Metropolitan Magistrate or District Magistrate, as applicable, for taking possession of secured assets in accordance with the requirements of the Act.

Does CG Legal handle NCLT and NCLAT matters?

CG Legal handles appropriate NCLT and NCLAT matters involving corporate distress, insolvency and related proceedings.

Can a bank auction be challenged?

The availability of a remedy depends on the circumstances, stage of the auction and applicable law. The relevant notices, procedure and underlying documents should be examined.

Can CG Legal assist with an OTS?

Yes. CG Legal can assist with evaluating, negotiating and documenting OTS or other settlement proposals, depending on the circumstances.

What happens if a DRT order has already been passed?

The order and procedural history should be examined to determine what remedies, including appropriate appellate or other proceedings, may be available.

Can a DRT matter be taken to the DRAT?

Where an appeal is available under the applicable law, an appropriate matter may be taken before the Debt Recovery Appellate Tribunal.

When criminal proceedings begin, clarity matters.

Whether you are facing a criminal complaint, police proceeding, bail application, investigation, or court proceeding, understanding the legal position and available remedies is an important first step.

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