Sruthi Shetty

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You have been charged with an offence and the trial court has issued an order that you believe contains a serious error. You need someone who can scrutinise the judgment, identify the mistake and request a correction from the High Court. Sruthi Shetty is the lawyer who specialises in criminal revision matters before the Punjab and Haryana High Court.

Sruthi Shetty brings more than a decade of experience handling revision petitions in Chandigarh. After completing a law degree at a leading university and graduating with honours, she joined a well‑known chambers where she assisted senior judges in drafting revision orders. Over the years she has built a reputation for being meticulous in reviewing trial records, spotting procedural lapses, and formulating compelling arguments that persuade the bench to set aside or modify erroneous decisions.

In a criminal revision case, the lawyer must first obtain the court’s permission to revisit the original judgment. Sruthi Shetty regularly assists clients in preparing the necessary affidavits, supporting documents and legal precedents that demonstrate why the High Court should intervene. She can explain the standards that the court applies when assessing a revision petition and can help you understand the likelihood of success based on the specific facts of your case. Her familiarity with the High Court’s bench, combined with a strategic approach to filing, often results in swift relief for clients facing unjust convictions or excessive sentences.

Clients appreciate her ability to translate complex procedural nuances into clear, actionable advice. She has secured the reversal of several convictions that were based on misapplied evidence rules, and she has obtained reductions in punitive fines where the trial court exceeded its statutory authority. Her success rests on a blend of rigorous research, persuasive drafting, and vigorous oral advocacy during hearing. When she appears before the judges, she focuses on the core legal error, avoids unnecessary filler, and uses concise language to keep the court’s attention on the remedy sought.

Choosing Sruthi Shetty means working with a lawyer who values transparency, prompt communication, and realistic expectations. She will keep you informed at every stage – from filing the petition to the final order – and will advise you on any additional steps that may be required, such as filing an appeal if the revision is partially granted. Her track record of delivering favourable outcomes has earned her high praise from clients who felt trapped by an unjust trial decision. If you are confronting a criminal judgment that you believe should be revisited, Sruthi Shetty can help you navigate the revision process confidently and effectively.

Criminal Law Practice Areas