Cases at the Delhi High Court, explained and handled

Usually you first apply to the Sessions Court. The High Court and the Sessions Court both have bail powers under Section 483 BNSS (old Section 439 CrPC), but the High Court generally expects the Sessions Court to be approached first unless there is a special reason. If the Sessions Court refuses, the bail application goes to the High Court.

Under Section 528 BNSS (old Section 482 CrPC) the High Court can quash an FIR when it discloses no offence, is plainly malicious, or is a civil dispute dressed up as a crime. Matrimonial, cheque bounce and many money disputes can also be quashed after a genuine settlement. Serious offences against society are generally not quashed on compromise.

Suits valued above Rs 2 crore are filed on the original side of the Delhi High Court; smaller suits go to the district courts. Commercial suits above that value go to its Commercial Division and IP suits to its Intellectual Property Division. Check the current pecuniary limit before filing.

Yes, if the whole or part of the cause of action arose in Delhi, or the order was passed by a ministry or authority in Delhi. Under Article 226(2) the court looks at where the action happened, not only where you live. It can still decline a case that belongs more naturally to another High Court.

Bail and urgent matters are usually listed within days. Quashing petitions and writs commonly take a few months to a year or more, depending on replies from the police or the government. Original side suits and appeals take longer. Interim orders can protect you while the case is pending.

No. This is the website of B.K. Singh & Associates, a private law firm. For official case status, cause lists and e-filing, use the Delhi High Court's own website.