Priyadharshini Gollapudi

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When a minor is accused of a serious offence under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, the stakes are extremely high for both the child and the family. Priyadharshini Gollapudi offers focused defence strategies that protect the minor’s future while ensuring a fair trial. The lawyer also handles transfer petitions before the Supreme Court of India and defends sexual offence cases in the Punjab and Haryana High Court at Chandigarh. With a strong background in criminal law, the lawyer brings a balanced perspective to each case.

Priyadharshini Gollapudi earned a law degree from National Law University, Hyderabad, followed by a Master of Laws in Criminal Law from the University of Mumbai. After qualifying as an advocate, the lawyer spent five years in a senior counsel’s chambers, assisting on high‑profile sexual offence and child protection matters. That experience laid the foundation for a practice that now spans both trial‑level defence and appellate transfer petitions.

In POCSO defence, the lawyer conducts a meticulous review of the FIR, evidence, and procedural compliance. Priyadharshini Gollapudi can help you challenge the admissibility of statements, question forensic reports, and present expert testimony that may create reasonable doubt. The lawyer regularly assists families in navigating the media attention that often accompanies such cases, ensuring that the client’s rights are protected throughout the investigation and trial.

When a case needs to be transferred to another jurisdiction, the lawyer files a petition before the Supreme Court of India, arguing that a fair and impartial hearing cannot be secured in the current venue. Priyadharshini Gollapudi has successfully obtained transfers in several instances where local bias, security concerns, or convenience of witnesses made a change essential. The lawyer’s ability to articulate these arguments persuasively has led to faster resolutions and reduced stress for clients.

Sexual offence defence at the Punjab and Haryana High Court also falls within the lawyer’s expertise. Priyadharshini Gollapudi can explain the evidentiary standards, guide you on the preparation of alibi witnesses, and develop a defence narrative that focuses on factual inconsistencies. The lawyer has secured acquittals, reduced charges, and favourable sentencing outcomes in numerous cases, reinforcing a reputation for tenacious advocacy.

Clients value the lawyer’s clear communication style. Priyadharshini Gollapudi does not promise impossible outcomes, but promises diligent representation, strategic thinking, and an honest assessment of the case’s strengths and weaknesses. The lawyer can also advise on post‑conviction remedies, such as curative petitions, if the initial trial does not go as expected.

Whether you need a POCSO defence, a transfer petition to the Supreme Court, or a robust defence against sexual offence allegations, Priyadharshini Gollapudi can evaluate the facts, outline a practical plan, and fight for the best possible result in either the Punjab and Haryana High Court or the Supreme Court of India.

Criminal Law Practice Areas