If you believe you may be arrested in connection with a criminal case, applying for anticipatory bail before arrest happens can be one of the most time-sensitive decisions you make.
Anticipatory bail, filed under Section 482 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (the provision that replaced Section 438 CrPC), allows a person who anticipates arrest in a non-bailable offence to seek protection from the Sessions Court or the Bombay High Court before any arrest takes place. Advocate Indrajit Dongre has filed and argued anticipatory bail applications across Pune's courts for over three decades.
Timing matters enormously in these matters — once an arrest has already occurred, the application shifts to regular bail instead. Getting legal advice the moment you learn of a potential FIR or complaint against you is the single biggest factor in a successful anticipatory bail outcome.
Reviewing your situation to determine whether anticipatory bail is the right step.
Preparing grounds that address the specific allegations and the risk of arrest.
Arguing the application before the District & Sessions Court, Shivajinagar.
Filing before the High Court where the Sessions Court has declined relief.
Anticipatory bail in cheating, fraud, and financial crime allegations.
Guidance on meeting bail conditions once granted, to avoid cancellation.
Anticipatory bail applications are typically filed before these courts.
We assist clients with anticipatory bail matters from across the city, including Kothrud, Hadapsar, Kasba Peth, Viman Nagar, Baner, and Hinjewadi.
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