Criminal Law Services
Overview
Law Chambers of G.R. Hari provides comprehensive legal services encompassing all aspects of criminal law, from initial investigations to appellate advocacy. The firm is committed to providing informed counsel and skilled representation to individuals and organizations facing criminal charges. Services span the entire criminal justice process, including pre-trial, trial, and post-conviction proceedings.
Our Services in Criminal Law Services
- White-Collar Crime: White-collar crime encompasses a range of nonviolent offenses characterized by deceit, concealment, or violation of trust. These crimes are typically motivated by financial gain and often involve sophisticated schemes targeting businesses, investors, and government entities. Areas of focus include securities fraud, insider trading, embezzlement, bribery, corruption, and various forms of financial fraud. Addressing white-collar crime requires specialized knowledge of corporate law, securities regulations, accounting principles, and investigative techniques. Legal expertise is essential to navigate the complexities of these cases, which often involve voluminous financial records and intricate business transactions. Recent cases under the Companies Act, 2013 and SEBI regulations are closely followed.
- Economic Offences: Economic offenses represent a broad category of crimes that undermine the financial stability and economic well-being of the country. These offenses typically involve large-scale fraud, financial irregularities, and violations of economic regulations. Key areas of focus include tax evasion, money laundering, bank fraud, customs and excise violations, and offenses under the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA). Combating economic offenses requires a coordinated effort by law enforcement agencies, regulatory bodies, and the judiciary. Effective prosecution of these cases demands specialized knowledge of financial markets, banking laws, and international trade regulations.
- Indian Penal Code (IPC) Offences: Offenses under the Indian Penal Code (IPC) cover a wide spectrum of criminal conduct, ranging from petty theft to serious violent crimes. The IPC defines various offenses, including theft, robbery, extortion, cheating, forgery, assault, battery, homicide, and offenses against women. Each offense is defined with specific elements that must be proven beyond a reasonable doubt to secure a conviction. The firm provides legal representation for individuals accused of IPC offenses, ensuring due process and protecting their rights under the law. The IPC remains a foundational piece of legislation in the Indian criminal justice system.
- Serious Fraud Investigation Office (SFIO): The Serious Fraud Investigation Office (SFIO) is a specialized agency responsible for investigating complex corporate fraud cases in India. The SFIO investigates offenses involving intricate financial transactions, regulatory violations, and large-scale corporate mismanagement. SFIO investigations often involve coordination with other law enforcement agencies, regulatory bodies, and forensic experts. Successfully defending against SFIO charges requires specialized knowledge of corporate law, accounting standards, and investigative procedures.
- Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA): The Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) is a stringent law enacted to combat money laundering in India. The PMLA criminalizes the act of concealing or disguising the proceeds of crime, making it difficult to trace the illicit funds back to their source. PMLA investigations often target individuals and entities involved in drug trafficking, terrorism financing, corruption, and other serious crimes. Defending against PMLA charges requires specialized knowledge of financial regulations, banking laws, and international anti-money laundering standards.
- Prevention of Corruption Act: The Prevention of Corruption Act aims to curb bribery and corruption among public servants in India. The Act criminalizes the act of taking gratification by public servants and punishes those who offer bribes to influence official action. Cases under the Prevention of Corruption Act often involve complex investigations, surveillance, and the gathering of evidence to prove corrupt practices. A strategic defence requires meticulous scrutiny of evidence, understanding of administrative procedures, and a robust presentation of factual and legal arguments.