Sruthi Tiwari

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Being taken into custody under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act can leave you feeling isolated and fearful of severe penalties. Sruthi Tiwari steps forward to protect your right to a fair hearing and to challenge the legal basis of the accusation. Whether the alleged offence involves possession of a small quantity of a controlled substance or a more complex trafficking allegation, the lawyer focuses on scrutinising the search, seizure, and laboratory procedures that form the backbone of the prosecution’s case. By initiating a robust defence from the moment of arrest, Tiwari works to prevent the escalation of charges and to preserve the client’s future.

Tiwari earned a law degree from a top Indian university followed by a master’s specialization in criminal law. Over the past thirteen years, the lawyer has dedicated practice to defending individuals charged under the NDPS Act, handling more than ninety cases that span the Punjab and Haryana High Court at Chandigarh and the Supreme Court of India. This focused experience has refined the ability to dissect forensic reports, question the legality of narcotics seizures, and argue for the application of lesser provisions where appropriate. The lawyer’s familiarity with both high‑court and apex‑court precedent ensures that each defence is grounded in authoritative legal reasoning.

The lawyer’s defence strategy is built around three core pillars: procedural compliance, evidentiary challenge, and statutory safeguards. First, Tiwari reviews the authority of the police to conduct searches, ensuring that any violation of Section 17 of the NDPS Act—relating to illegal search and seizure—is highlighted before the Punjab and Haryana High Court. Second, the lawyer scrutinises laboratory test results for chain‑of‑custody breaches or methodological errors that could render the sample inadmissible. Third, the defence invokes the statutory presumption of innocence and, where the quantity is below a threshold, argues for treatment under the ‘small‑quantity’ provision, which often leads to reduced penalties or diversion programmes. When a case escalates, Tiwari is prepared to raise constitutional questions before the Supreme Court of India, seeking to protect the client’s fundamental rights.

Clients often describe Tiwari’s calm demeanor and strategic insight as decisive factors in their defence. In a recent case involving the alleged possession of heroin, the lawyer uncovered that the police failed to obtain a proper warrant before the search, prompting the Punjab and Haryana High Court to dismiss the evidence and grant immediate bail. In another situation, Tiwari successfully argued before the Supreme Court that the laboratory’s testing protocol violated recognized standards, resulting in the overturning of a conviction for a small‑quantity offence. These victories reflect a relentless commitment to protecting liberty and a proven track record of converting complex NDPS charges into favorable outcomes.

If you face charges under the NDPS Act, Sruthi Tiwari is ready to examine every facet of the investigation, challenge unlawful evidence, and advocate for the most favorable outcome before both the Punjab and Haryana High Court and the Supreme Court of India. By engaging a lawyer with an established record of securing bail, dismissing weak prosecutions, and reducing penalties, you gain a steadfast defender dedicated to preserving your freedom and future.

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