Mridul Dhruw

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When a police officer serves a summons that threatens to start a criminal investigation, or when a cybercrime notice suddenly blocks an online business, the immediate reaction is often panic. Individuals and companies alike may worry about reputation damage, asset freeze, or lengthy litigation. Mridul Dhruw, an experienced advocate based in Chandigarh, specialises in quashing summonses, cyber‑crime proceedings, and criminal complaints before both the Punjab and Haryana High Court and the Supreme Court of India. The lawyer’s focused expertise helps clients halt premature or unfounded actions before they can cause irreversible harm.

Summoning orders are intended to compel appearance for investigation, but they can be issued without proper jurisdiction or factual basis. Mridul Dhruw regularly assists clients in filing petitions that demonstrate the lack of substantive evidence, jurisdictional overreach, or violation of constitutional protections. By presenting a concise factual matrix, relevant statutes, and precedent where courts have dismissed similar summonses, the advocate seeks an immediate quash. Successful petitions not only spare the client from unnecessary appearance but also protect against potential self‑incrimination and preserve the right to privacy.

Cyber‑crime statutes in India, such as the Information Technology Act, are powerful tools but can be misapplied to legitimate online activities. Mridul Dhruw focuses on quashing proceedings that arise from mistaken interpretations, lack of proper notice, or failure to follow procedural safeguards. The lawyer examines the digital evidence, challenges the jurisdiction of the investigating agency, and highlights any violation of the right to a fair hearing. By filing a petition that combines technical expertise with robust legal argument, the advocate has secured dismissals of cyber‑crime notices that threatened to shut down e‑commerce platforms and freeze bank accounts.

Criminal complaints lodged by aggrieved parties can sometimes be frivolous or motivated by personal vendetta. Mridul Dhruw assists clients in seeking quash of such complaints when they lack prima facie evidence or contravene procedural safeguards. The lawyer prepares a detailed petition that outlines the absence of material facts, the misuse of statutory provisions, and precedents where courts have dismissed similar complaints. By emphasizing the client’s right to protection from baseless prosecution, the advocate often obtains a court order that dismisses the complaint outright, thereby averting costly investigations and preserving reputation.

Mridul Dhruw holds an LL.B. from Panjab University and a master’s diploma in Cyber Law from the National Law Institute University, Bhopal. With over thirteen years of practice, the advocate has successfully quashed more than seventy summonses, cyber‑crime notices, and criminal complaints across the Punjab and Haryana High Court and the Supreme Court of India. Highlights include a landmark Supreme Court order that dismissed a fabricated cyber‑fraud allegation against a tech start‑up, and the quashing of a high‑profile summons that targeted a senior corporate officer. Peer feedback consistently praises the lawyer’s analytical precision and strategic litigation approach.

The advocate’s practice model centres on rapid response and thorough preparation. Mridul Dhruw initiates a confidential intake, reviews all evidence, and drafts a petition that aligns with the procedural rules of the High Court and the Supreme Court. Throughout the filing process, the lawyer provides clear updates, explains each legal step in plain terms, and prepares the client for any potential hearing, ensuring confidence despite the seriousness of the allegations.

Criminal Law Practice Areas