Summoning Order Quashing Lawyer in Chandigarh

Quashing of Summoning Orders

A summoning order is issued by a magistrate directing an accused to appear in a criminal complaint. Such orders may be challenged where the complaint does not disclose an offence.

Petitions for quashing summoning orders are typically filed before the High Court. In appropriate cases, parties may also seek a stay of criminal proceedings or pursue a criminal revision depending on the nature of the order.

Grounds for Quashing Summoning Orders

• No prima facie offence made out
• Abuse of process of law
• Lack of jurisdiction
• Civil dispute given criminal colour
• Procedural irregularities

High Court Jurisdiction

High Courts exercise inherent powers to quash summoning orders where continuation of proceedings would amount to abuse of process.

Each case is examined based on allegations and legal principles.

Procedure for Challenging Summoning Orders

Petition is filed with grounds challenging legality of summoning order along with complaint and supporting documents.

Court may issue notice and stay proceedings.

Summoning Order Lawyer in Chandigarh

Summoning orders from Chandigarh may be challenged before Punjab and Haryana High Court.

Advocate Vivek Malhotra provides representation in quashing petitions.