Irfan Dwivedi

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Imagine being convicted and sentenced, but you believe the trial court made an error that changed the outcome. While the sentence is already being served, you have a limited window to ask a higher court to examine the judgment. Irfan Dwivedi is a diligent lawyer who specializes in criminal revision petitions before the Punjab and Haryana High Court and in securing suspension of sentences pending appeal before the Supreme Court of India.

A criminal revision petition is the statutory remedy that allows a party to request a higher court to review an order passed by a subordinate court when there is a manifest error of law or jurisdiction. At the Punjab and Haryana High Court, the lawyer must pinpoint the precise flaw—such as mis‑application of a statutory provision, denial of a procedural right, or reliance on inadmissible evidence—and persuade the bench that the judgment warrants correction. Dwivedi scrutinizes the trial record, extracts the relevant excerpts, and frames a concise revision petition that aligns with the High Court’s procedural expectations. By doing so, the lawyer aims to have the High Court set aside or modify the impugned order, thereby restoring the client’s rights.

If the High Court upholds the conviction, the next step can be to approach the Supreme Court for a suspension of sentence pending appeal. This extraordinary relief pauses the execution of the sentence while the Supreme Court examines the appeal on the merits. The Supreme Court grants suspension only when it is satisfied that the appeal raises substantial questions of law, that the conviction appears unsafe, and that the applicant’s personal circumstances justify a temporary stay. Dwivedi prepares a compelling application, citing precedents where the Supreme Court has intervened, and presents evidence of hardship, such as loss of livelihood or health concerns, to demonstrate why immediate execution would be unjust.

Dwivedi’s legal foundation includes a Bachelor of Laws from Guru Nanak Dev University, followed by a Master’s in Criminal Law from the National Law School of India. After graduation, the lawyer served as a law clerk in the office of a senior advocate at the Punjab and Haryana High Court for four years, gaining hands‑on experience with revision petitions. Subsequently, Dwivedi worked as an associate in a distinguished chamber handling Supreme Court matters, assisting in over 80 petitions seeking suspension of sentences. Notable achievements comprise obtaining a suspension of a ten‑year imprisonment for a financial crime case pending appeal, securing a High Court revision that vacated an unfairly imposed fine, and achieving a reversal of a conviction on the ground of mis‑applied forensic evidence. These outcomes reflect a deep familiarity with both High Court and Supreme Court practice.

When a client approaches Dwivedi, the lawyer conducts an immediate audit of the judgment, identifying any legal infirmities that justify a revision. The lawyer then explains the procedural route, the required documentation, and the realistic prospects of success. Throughout the process, Dwivedi maintains clear communication, updating the client on filings, court dates, and any interim orders. The lawyer also advises on parallel strategies, such as filing a bail application in the High Court if the client is currently detained, to ensure continuous protection of liberty.

Criminal Law Practice Areas