Criminal Lawyers in India – Find Experienced Legal Professionals

6,059 verified criminal advocates across India. Compare experience, courts, languages and client ratings, then contact one directly.

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Finding the right criminal lawyer can be important when you or a family member is facing a criminal case, FIR, police investigation, arrest, bail matter, or court proceeding. Criminal cases can involve complex legal procedures and may have serious consequences, making timely and reliable legal guidance important.

In 2026, India's criminal-law framework includes the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023, and the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023, along with other applicable laws. A qualified criminal lawyer can help you understand the legal provisions relevant to your case, explain available legal options, prepare necessary applications and documents, and represent your interests before the appropriate court or authority.

MyLawIndia helps individuals find suitable criminal lawyers for a wide range of criminal law matters. Whether you need assistance with an FIR, criminal complaint, bail, anticipatory bail, criminal defence, police investigation, trial, appeal, or another criminal legal matter, you can explore lawyer profiles and connect with a criminal lawyer based on your requirements and location.

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Advocate Chandraiah
Maruthi Layout, Bangalore / Bengaluru
★★★★★ 3.3 (150+)
Anti Corruption Anticipatory Bail Civil +12
48 yrs experience View Profile
Advocate Shivam Sood
Feroze Gandhi Market, Ludhiana
★★★★★ 3.1 (150+)
Anti Corruption Anticipatory Bail Cheque Bounce +14
9 yrs experience View Profile
Advocate I.A. Alvi
Tis Hazari Court, Delhi
★★★★★ 3.0 (400+)
Anti Corruption Anticipatory Bail Cheque Bounce +10
40 yrs experience View Profile

Criminal cases can be stressful and may require timely legal attention. Whether you are dealing with an FIR, arrest, bail application, criminal investigation, criminal trial, or appeal, obtaining professional legal guidance can help you understand the applicable procedure and available legal remedies.

If you are looking for a criminal lawyer in India, MyLawIndia makes it easier to explore legal professionals who handle criminal law matters. Review suitable lawyer profiles and connect with an experienced criminal lawyer to discuss your specific situation, understand your legal options, and take an informed step toward addressing your criminal case.

Frequently Asked Questions

A criminal lawyer provides legal advice and representation in matters involving criminal allegations and proceedings. Depending on the case, a criminal lawyer may assist with FIRs, criminal complaints, police investigations, bail, anticipatory bail, criminal defence, trials, appeals, and other legal proceedings.

You can consider contacting a criminal lawyer as soon as you become aware of a criminal complaint, FIR, police investigation, arrest risk, or court proceeding involving you. Early legal guidance can help you understand your rights and the legal options that may be available in your circumstances.

Yes. A criminal lawyer can assist with bail and anticipatory bail proceedings where such relief is legally available. The lawyer can review the circumstances, prepare the appropriate application, and represent the applicant before the competent court. The decision to grant bail is made by the court according to the applicable law and facts of the case.

Criminal lawyers may handle matters involving FIRs, assault, theft, cheating, fraud, criminal breach of trust, cybercrime, property-related offences, narcotics offences, white-collar crime, bail, criminal trials, appeals, and other criminal proceedings, depending on their practice and experience.

You can explore criminal lawyer profiles on MyLawIndia and consider factors such as practice area, experience, location, and other available profile information. You can then connect with a suitable lawyer to discuss your criminal law matter and obtain professional legal advice.