Criminal Defence
Comprehensive trial strategy, charge framing challenges, and defence counsel before Magistrate and Sessions courts.
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Advocate Karthik M — Advocate & Legal Consultant
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
About the Advocate
Karthik.M Law Associates provides trusted criminal defence counsel in Bengaluru, placing client confidentiality and diligent court representation at the centre of every matter.
Under the guidance of Advocate Karthik M, the firm has developed a recognised criminal defence practice across Bangalore and Karnataka. With five years of dedicated experience, Advocate Karthik M has successfully argued high-profile matters — securing bail in drug offences, murder cases, and sensitive POCSO proceedings — with arguments reported before the High Court of Karnataka. He is also known for analytical media commentary on matters of public interest, including the Renukaswamy murder case.
Practice Areas
Specialised criminal defence services before courts across Karnataka.
Comprehensive trial strategy, charge framing challenges, and defence counsel before Magistrate and Sessions courts.
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Anticipatory, regular, and contested bail applications with thorough preparation and persuasive arguments.
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Defence in possession, trafficking, and NDPS matters including forensic and procedural challenges.
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Representation in Sessions Court for murder, attempt to murder, and other grave IPC offences.
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Discreet, rights-focused defence in POCSO and other sensitive criminal proceedings.
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Negotiable instruments matters under the NI Act including complaints and defence.
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High Court and appellate court representation for criminal appeals and revision petitions.
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Book ConsultationNotable Cases
A selection of matters handled by Advocate Karthik M. Outcomes described for informational purposes only.
Represented the petitioner in a widely reported matter where 2,700 kg of imported meat was falsely alleged to be dog meat, causing public alarm across Bengaluru. Through diligent court advocacy, secured the release of the seized property to interim custody of the petitioner.
Outcome: Release order dated 11.09.2024 by the V Addl. Chief Judicial Magistrate, Bangalore City (Cr.No.132/2024).
Media evidence on file — The Economic Times
Represented the petitioner in a contested criminal miscellaneous application arising from a high-visibility arrest reported across Karnataka media. The matter required careful preparation and full hearing before the Sessions Court.
Outcome: Crl.Misc./10231/2024 — Allowed/Granted after full contested hearing on 16.11.2024 before the Addl. City Civil and Sessions Judge, Bengaluru.
Media evidence on file — Asianet News
Represented the primary accused in a murder case reported by The Hindu, arising from a fatal brawl in the Electronics City area of Bengaluru. The matter involved careful bail arguments before the High Court of Karnataka in a sensitive homicide proceeding.
Outcome: Successfully argued for and secured bail for Accused No. 1 before the High Court of Karnataka.
Media evidence on file — The Hindu, October 2024
Advocate Karthik M has provided analytical legal commentary on the Renukaswamy murder case and related high-profile criminal proceedings. He has addressed media on matters of public interest, including concerns regarding Bangalore Central Jail, and is regularly sought for legal analysis by Kannada news channels.
Presence: Reported across YouTube, The Hindu, and The Times of India platforms.
See Media Coverage section for video links
Media Coverage
Advocate Karthik M's legal analysis and commentary as featured across Kannada news media.
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Public Choice Kannada
Charge and evidence analysis in the Darshan matter
Avaniyana
Jail conduct analysis — D Boss Darshan Case
GJ News Kannada
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TV90
Bangalore Central Jail corruption — media commentary
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How It Works
Book a consultation at the Banashankari office or by phone. Your enquiry is handled with complete discretion.
Discuss your matter in confidence. Advocate Karthik M will review the facts and applicable law with you.
Receive a clear legal strategy — whether for bail, trial defence, or appellate proceedings before Karnataka courts.
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