Join our 8 Weeks Advanced Criminal Litigation Practice and Drafting Course!
INSTRUCTED BY INDIA'S LEADING CRIMINAL LAW PRACTITIONERS, AORs, SUPREME COURT ETC.
Anurag Sahay
Advocate on Record
Supreme Court
Shriya Maini
Advocate on Record
Supreme Court
Dr Swati Jindal Garg
Advocate on Record
Supreme Court
Tanvi Dubey
Advocate on Record
Supreme Court
Siddarth Agarwal
Advocate on Record
Supreme Court
Prashant Kumar
Advocate on Record
Supreme Court
Master the Art of Criminal Litigation Practice and Drafting with Expert Guidance!
The Indian judicial system, a cornerstone of law and order, relies heavily on criminal litigation. This essential pillar tackles offences against the state and society, safeguards individual rights, and ensures justice in a diverse and populous nation like India.
Criminal litigation is where the stakes are highest, involving the prosecution and defense of those accused of crimes. Yet, mastering its complexities can be daunting. Success in this field hinges on three core elements: a deep understanding of criminal statutes and case law, exceptional advocacy skills, and superior drafting abilities.
Do you aim to become a proficient Criminal Litigation Lawyer?
To thrive in criminal litigation, you must:
- Understand Criminal Laws and Procedures: Gain a profound knowledge of criminal statutes and case law.
- Develop Persuasive Advocacy Skills: Construct compelling arguments for prosecution or defense.
- Master Legal Drafting: Draft precise and effective legal documents.
Our Certificate Course on Criminal Litigation Practice and Drafting is meticulously designed to provide a comprehensive framework for mastering criminal litigation. Dive deep into the nuances of criminal law and emerge with the skills needed to succeed in this challenging and rewarding field.
This course will also cover the new criminal laws introduced in the Indian legal system implemented in India on July 1, 2024, which offer better protection for victims and ensure fair trials and updated outdated laws to reflect current realities and ensure equitable treatment.
Course Highlights:
- In-depth Coverage: Comprehensive understanding of criminal procedures from initial charges to post-conviction appeals.
- Practical Training: Master the art of drafting key legal documents such as charges, motions, bail applications and appeals.
- Strategic Insights: Develop real-world strategies for defence and prosecution
- Leading Experts: Interact and build a network with experts having decades of experience in criminal litigation practice.
In the past, Bettering Results has taught more than 30,000 practicing advocates, law students, IAS Officers, in-house counsel, CA, CS etc. with our practical legal training courses & workshops. Bettering Results recently forged partnerships with prominent institutions/ companies such as LBSNAA, Mussoorie (IAS Training Academy), Government of India, NLSIU, Bangalore, CNLU, Patna, Power Grid Corporation of India Limited, Thermax Limited, Manupatra, VIPS Delhi, among others. BR stands as a beacon of practical legal education.
Course Structure:
- Duration: 8 Weeks
- Schedule: Live sessions every Saturday and Sunday starting from December 13, 2025.
- Hands-On Practice: Engage in practical exercises such as drafting of charges, defence pleadings, and various applications.
You will have the opportunity to learn LIVE with these experts and solve all your queries. Along with that, you will have access to recordings of live sessions, practice exercises, career guidance sessions, and so much more.
Embark on this advanced course to sharpen your skills, gain critical insights, and become adept at navigating the complexities of criminal litigation. Secure your spot today and take a significant step towards advancing your career in criminal law.
Transform Your Criminal Litigation Practice – Enroll!
WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?
Module 1:
Understanding Different Types of Disputes & Concepts in Criminal Litigation
- Understanding important terms:
- Cognizable and Non-Cognizable Offence
- Bailable and Non -Bailable offences
- Summon and Warrant Cases
- Compoundable and Non-compoundable cases
- Inquiry and investigation
- Elements required for ‘crime’
- Key Changes in the BNSS procedure
- Hierarchy of Criminal Courts as per the new law
- Different types of criminal disputes:
- Criminal breach of trust
- Kidnapping and abduction
- Murder and Culpable homicide not amounting to murder
- Theft
- Extortion
- Economic and white-collar offenses
- Rape and sexual assault
Module 2:
FIRs, Arrest and Police Complaints
- Changes in procedure after implementation of BNSS: All about FIRs including Zero FIR
- Quashing of an FIR
- Police Complaint & procedure for investigation
- Procedure of arrest by a police officer and magistrate
- Role of an Advocate in an FIR
Module 3:
Drafting Session
- How to lodge an FIR online and offline?
- How to search for an already registered FIR?
- How to Draft a Police Complaint?
- How to Draft and File a Quashing Petition?
- How to draft a police complaint addressed to the SHO if the Police refuse to lodge an FIR?
- Drafting Exercise
Module 4:
Complete Trial Procedure
- Stages of trial
- Trial Before a Court of Session
- Summary Trials
- Double Jeopardy
- Introduction to Pre-Trial Procedure
- Introduction to Protest Petition
Module 5:
Cognizance & Framing Charges
- Cognizance of Offences by Magistrates
- Complaint to Magistrates
- Commencement of Proceedings Before Magistrates
- Commencement of proceeding before Court of Session
- Framing of Charges, chargesheet & examples
- All about Discharge and Acquittal
Drafting:
- How to Draft a Charge Sheet?
- How to Draft a Discharge Petition?
- How to Draft a Protest Petition?
Module 6:
General Provisions and Evidence in Inquiries and Trials
- Plea Bargaining
- Record of Evidence in Absence of Accused
- Application for Summoning Material Witness, or Examine Person Present
- Accused Person to be Competent Witness
- Power to Proceed against other Persons Appearing to be Guilty of Offence
- Compounding of Offences
- Proclaimed offender
Module 7:
Judgment, Reference, Revision, Transfer
- Judgment
- Victim Compensation Scheme
- Witness protection scheme
Reference and Revision:
- Powers of Session court and High Court for revision and reference.
- Transfer of criminal cases to Session Court, High Court and Supreme Court
- Inherent power of Court
- How to draft a Criminal Revision application?
Module 8:
Bail Procedure and Drafting
- Bail in Bailable and Non-Bailable Cases
- Maximum Period for which an Undertrial Prisoner can be detained
- Special Powers of High Court or Court of Session regarding Bail
- Anticipatory Bail
- Bail Bonds, Sureties and Security
- With Case Studies and Practical Examples
Drafting:
- How to draft and file a bail application?
- How to draft and file an anticipatory Bail?
- How to file a bail bond in court?
Module 9:
Criminal Appeals
Criminal Litigation:
- Appeal Against Acquittal and Conviction
- Appeal by State government against sentence
- Suspension of Sentence Pending the Appeal, Release of Appellant on Bail
Drafting
- How to draft a Criminal Special Leave Petition?
Module 10:
Execution, Remission and Commutation of sentences
- Execution of sentence of Death and imprisonment
- Suspension and remission of sentences
- Mercy petition
- Power of State and Central Government
Module 11:
Miscellaneous Drafting Exercise- Part I
- How to draft an Affidavit
- How to Draft Vakalatnama
- About Court fees and Stamp Duty
- How to draft a Criminal complaint under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instrument Act?
- How to Draft a maintenance application under BNSS?
Module 12:
Miscellaneous Drafting Exercise- Part II
- How to Draft a Criminal Writ
- How to draft an application under Parole & Furlough?
- How to draft and file informatory petition
Module 13:
Art of Cross Examination and Court Etiquette
Court Etiquette:
- How to address the Judge?
- Reading of Cause List
- Mentioning of Urgent Matters before courts
- Using E- Courts Application
- What to state in Adjournment Applications?
- How to apply for certified copies of court documents?
- How to inspect a court file?
- Where to get your documents attested/ notarized?
Module 14:
Manupatra Research session
DURATION: 8 Weeks starting from December 13, 2025
WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR ?
- Undergraduate or Postgraduate law students who want to specialise in Criminal Litigation.
- Freshly graduated lawyers who have an interest in Criminal Litigation.
- Advocates already practicing Criminal Litigation to further their understanding of practical aspects and grow practice.
- Judicial and Other Government exam aspirants who want to understand the nuances of Criminal Litigation for their better understanding of the concepts.
- Individuals from related legal fields (such as corporate law, real estate law, etc.) who want to broaden their skill set or knowledge base in New Criminal Laws.
- Academicians and Researchers want to understand the practical aspect of criminal litigation
- Anybody interested in knowing and learning about Criminal Litigation.
EXCLUSIVE BENEFITS:
- Weekend Sessions ONLY and manageable with practice, job, college internship, exams etc.
- Live and Interactive Sessions with Experts to provide a conducive classroom environment
- Certificate on Completion of Course
- Career Guidance from the Experts & CV building guidance
- Recorded Video Lectures accessible for 2 Years
- Reading Material as per the module including a list of Landmark cases and comparative analysis of the new laws.
- Assignments and Feedback for the practical application of the learning
- Internship Recommendation to the Top Performers
- Access to Excellent Drafts on the topics covered in the session
- Free Recorded sessions on new criminal laws i.e. BNS & BSA.
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Testimonials from BR Learners on Criminal Litigation Practice and Drafting Course
Mr. Keshav Varkhedkar, Chief Engineer, CIDCO of Maharashtra
“I wanted to gain some insight into the new criminal law system and I saw the content of your course. I found it very interesting and joined the same. I have no hesitation in saying that the faculties were very knowledgeable and made this complicated subject easy for our understanding specifically for those who do not have any law background.I will certainly recommend this course for those who are not law professionals but interested in learning the new criminal justice system for their own consumption.”
Koshy Abraham, Advocate
“The classes were topic specific and dwelt at length on the practical aspects. Case studies were all relevant to the topic. The faculty were also willing to assist with additional and sufficient references.”
Mr. P. Gnanam, Advocate, Madras High Court
“Very good. The faculties very interestingly and patiently took the classes.”
Unmesh D, Advocate
“Learned a lot directly from the practitioners. Best part was the real life examples and ample Q&A sessions.”
Mayank Dubey, Law Student
“Everything was very smooth throughout the course. Instructors who were delivering the course were giving there best efforts but some I personally felt lacked in some sessions may be due to too much of information to pass on in limited time period. I personally liked the sessions of Shriya Maini Mam and Manasi Bhushan Mam.”
Achuta B.R, Law Student, Parul University
“Each and every class is very useful, especially those on bail, murder, etc. These sessions helped me a lot for my exams. This course provides valuable insights for becoming a great advocate.”
Kunal Agarwal, Law Student, SGT University
“The experience was great. The way they all the advocates from various states presented their PPT was very good. Thank you Bettering Results.”
Rushali Rastogi, Advocate, District & Sessions Court Dehradun
“The course was useful. It gives me the detailed analysis of the criminal litigation. Thank you to all the great mentors.”
Mr. Kushagra Singh, Advocate
“I recently had the opportunity to undertake the Civil Litigation Practice & Drafting Course, and I must say it was an enriching experience. This course not only equipped me with practical skills but also deepened my understanding of civil litigation and drafting techniques. One of the standout aspects of the course was the caliber of instructors. Renowned professionals in the field of law imparted their knowledge, offering insights and expertise that were invaluable. Their real-world experience brought the subject matter to life, making complex legal concepts easier to grasp. I feel more confident in my abilities as a legal practitioner, thanks to the invaluable insights gained through this program. I would highly recommend this course to anyone looking to enhance their skills in civil litigation and drafting.”
Mr. Harsh Satpal Malhotra, Advocate, Bombay HC
“Excellent Course with Great Faculty! I want to record my deep appreciation for Adv Anuj Agarwal for teaching nuances in a detailed and patient manner. To me, he is a ROCK STAR in teaching LAW!”
