Hemesh Shetty

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Imagine an FIR being filed against you for an incident you claim never occurred, and the accusation now threatens your reputation and freedom. Hemesh Shetty, a diligent advocate based in Chandigarh, focuses on High Court FIR quashing petitions before the Punjab and Haryana High Court. The lawyer knows how a premature FIR can set off a chain of investigations, media scrutiny, and possible arrest. By filing a quashing petition, Hemesh Shetty aims to halt the investigative process and remove the FIR from the public record while the facts are examined.

Over a decade of practice has equipped Hemesh Shetty with the expertise to challenge FIRs at an early stage. The advocate earned a top‑ranked law degree and apprenticed under a senior advocate renowned for criminal law. Since then, the lawyer has successfully obtained quashing orders in more than a hundred cases, convincing the High Court that the FIR lacked prima facie evidence, was based on false statements, or violated procedural safeguards. By presenting a concise affidavit, supporting documents, and relevant case law, the lawyer persuades the bench that continuing the investigation would be an abuse of process.

Where detention follows an FIR, a criminal writ of habeas corpus becomes crucial. Hemesh Shetty regularly files habeas corpus petitions that demand the High Court to review the legality of the custody. The advocate examines whether the arrest complied with statutory requirements, whether the detainee’s rights were respected, and whether the grounds for detention are valid. By asking pointed questions about the existence of a cognizable offence and the necessity of continued detention, the lawyer seeks an order that either secures release or compels the authorities to rectify procedural flaws. Courts have commended the lawyer’s clear articulation of due‑process violations.

If a conviction has already been recorded, Hemesh Shetty can also seek suspension of the sentence pending appeal. The advocate prepares a detailed petition that outlines the merits of the appeal, the potential miscarriage of justice, and the hardship that immediate execution of the sentence would cause. By citing precedents where the Supreme Court and the Punjab and Haryana High Court stayed sentences, the lawyer argues that the balance of convenience lies with the appellant. Successful applications have resulted in the High Court halting imprisonments, allowing the appellant to remain free while the appellate court reviews the case.

The lawyer’s practice is not confined to the High Court; Hemesh Shetty also handles matters that advance to the Supreme Court of India. When a quashing or suspension issue raises a substantial question of law, the advocate drafts a special leave petition and presents oral arguments before the apex court. The advocate’s familiarity with Supreme Court precedent enables precise framing of legal questions that often result in favorable leave and subsequent orders. Clients who retain Hemesh Shetty receive a proactive, detail‑oriented representation that blends courtroom skill with strategic foresight. Whether the immediate need is to erase an unjust FIR, secure release through a habeas corpus writ, or pause a sentence while an appeal is prepared, the lawyer works tirelessly to protect your rights. By combining meticulous documentation, persuasive advocacy, and a comprehensive understanding of both the Punjab and Haryana High Court and the Supreme Court of India, this advocate strives to achieve swift, effective relief.

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