Jinal Sankhla

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Suppose you have been granted bail for a serious charge, but the police have filed a fresh application seeking its cancellation, or you are being detained without trial and need immediate judicial relief. Jinal Sankhla is a focused lawyer who handles bail cancellation applications, files habeas corpus petitions, and prepares Supreme Court Criminal Review Petitions, providing comprehensive protection across the two principal courts that hear criminal matters in this region.

A bail cancellation petition is filed when the prosecution believes the accused no longer qualifies for pre‑trial liberty. At the Punjab and Haryana High Court, the lawyer must demonstrate that the accused poses a flight risk, is likely to tamper with evidence, or that the nature of the offence warrants continued detention. Sankhla evaluates the bail order, the original charge sheet, and any new material submitted by the investigating agency. By presenting counter‑arguments—such as the accused’s strong community ties, willingness to cooperate, and lack of prior criminal history—the lawyer works to preserve the client’s freedom while the trial proceeds.

A habeas corpus petition, by contrast, addresses unlawful detention. When a person is held without a valid charge sheet, or the detention violates constitutional safeguards, the High Court can order immediate release. Sankhla drafts the petition to pinpoint the specific legal breach, whether it is the failure to produce a charge sheet within the stipulated period, denial of the right to counsel, or detention beyond the statutory limit. The lawyer then argues that the detention infringes upon personal liberty, a fundamental right protected by the Constitution, and seeks an expeditious order from the court.

If the High Court’s decision on bail or detention is adverse, Sankhla can take the matter to the Supreme Court through a Criminal Review Petition. This petition challenges a legal error in the High Court’s judgment, such as misinterpretation of bail jurisprudence or procedural irregularities. By leveraging an extensive knowledge of Supreme Court precedent on bail and habeas corpus, the lawyer identifies the precise flaw, prepares a concise yet powerful petition, and seeks either a reversal of the High Court order or a direction for reconsideration.

Sankhla’s legal journey began with a Bachelor of Laws from Panjab University, followed by a Master’s in Criminal Law from the Indian Law Institute. The lawyer then served as a research assistant in a leading Supreme Court chamber for six years, contributing to over 200 criminal review filings. Notable successes include securing the release of a businessman detained for alleged financial fraud through a habeas corpus petition, obtaining a stay on a bail cancellation in a high‑profile murder case, and achieving a full reversal of a High Court decision that had denied bail in a narcotics matter. These outcomes reflect a deep familiarity with both High Court and Supreme Court practice.

When a client approaches Sankhla, the lawyer conducts an immediate review of the detention order, bail terms, and any correspondence from the investigating agency. The lawyer then outlines the strategic options, the likely timeline, and the evidence required for each avenue. Sankhla keeps the client informed at every stage, explaining complex procedural nuances in plain language and advising on any parallel steps, such as filing a revision petition before the High Court while a Supreme Court review is pending.

Criminal Law Practice Areas