Tara Malik

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You may have been arrested and now face a long criminal trial that could jeopardise your freedom and future. Tara Malik specialises in quashing criminal proceedings, filing special leave petitions against earlier quashing orders, and seeking relief in NDPS (Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances) matters. The advocate can evaluate the strength of the prosecution’s case and work to obtain an order that stops the process in the Punjab and Haryana High Court or, if needed, in the Supreme Court of India.

Tara holds a Bachelor of Laws from Guru Nanak Dev University and a Master of Laws from the National Academy of Legal Studies. Over twelve years of practice, the lawyer has dealt with a wide spectrum of criminal matters, from petty offences to complex drug‑related prosecutions. The advocate has successfully quashed more than sixty criminal proceedings, including several NDPS cases where the evidence was either improperly obtained or legally insufficient.

The quashing strategy starts with a comprehensive review of the charge sheet, investigation reports, and forensic evidence. Tara regularly assists clients in identifying procedural defects such as violations of the right to legal counsel, lack of jurisdiction, or failure to follow mandatory safeguards under the NDPS Act. By filing a petition under Section 482 of the CrPC, the lawyer asks the High Court to set aside the entire proceeding. When a lower court has already issued a quashing order that is later challenged, the advocate can move a special leave petition before the Supreme Court, defending the original relief against reversal.

Clients describe the lawyer’s approach as thorough and empathetic. Tara explains each filing stage in plain language, highlights potential risks, and offers realistic timelines. Successful outcomes have included full dismissal of charges, conversion of provisional sentences into bail, and preservation of the client’s professional reputation. In the courtroom, the advocate presents concise arguments, focusing on factual gaps and statutory inconsistencies that compel judges to grant relief.

Working with Tara Malik means enlisting a lawyer who combines rigorous academic training with hands‑on courtroom experience. The advocate stays abreast of the latest Supreme Court pronouncements on NDPS and criminal procedure, and participates in continuous legal education programmes. Whether you are confronting an NDPS charge, an unrelated criminal case, or a reversal of a previous quashing order, the lawyer can develop a focused petition, file it in the Punjab and Haryana High Court, and, if required, advance the matter to the Supreme Court of India for definitive relief.

Criminal Law Practice Areas