Sruthi Sankhla

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You have just been sentenced for a crime, and the thought of serving time feels overwhelming. Sruthi Sankhla offers a focused path to obtain a suspension of the sentence while an appeal is pending, working both in the Punjab and Haryana High Court and before the Supreme Court of India.

Sruthi Sankhla regularly assists clients who wish to delay the execution of a sentence until the higher court reviews the case. The lawyer files a petition for suspension of sentence, presenting arguments that the convicted person does not pose a flight risk, that the appeal raises substantial questions of law, and that immediate imprisonment would cause irreparable harm to family and employment. By emphasizing these points, the lawyer has succeeded in obtaining stays that keep clients out of prison while their appeals are heard.

When the appeal moves beyond the high court, Sruthi Sankhla can take the matter to the Supreme Court of India. The lawyer prepares Special Leave Petitions that highlight constitutional issues, procedural irregularities, or misinterpretations of statute that merit the Supreme Court’s attention. In recent years, the lawyer’s petitions have prompted the Supreme Court to grant stay orders that preserve the client’s liberty throughout the lengthy review process.

Sruthi Sankhla holds a law degree from a distinguished university and completed a postgraduate diploma in constitutional and criminal law. More than a decade of practice in Chandigarh has provided the lawyer with deep familiarity with the procedural nuances of both the high court and the apex court. The lawyer’s reputation rests on a combination of rigorous research, precise drafting, and effective oral advocacy.

Clients describe Sruthi Sankhla as strategic, composed, and transparent about each step of the process. The lawyer explains how evidence, precedent, and legal principle intertwine to shape the chances of a successful suspension. The lawyer also advises on how to protect personal assets and maintain professional responsibilities while the appeal is pending.

If you have been sentenced and are looking for a realistic chance to keep your life on hold until a higher court reviews the matter, Sruthi Sankhla can help you understand the options, file the necessary petitions, and argue convincingly for a suspension of the sentence. The lawyer’s promise is to work diligently, keep you informed, and strive to secure the liberty you need while the appeal proceeds.

Criminal Law Practice Areas