Let's Talk Criminal Law
A blog by
Adv. Sunny Punamiya
About
Sunny Punamiya is a distinguished Counsel specializing in Criminal Law, with a strong focus on financial and white-collar crime. Sunny has successfully represented clients in high-profile cases investigated by key agencies such as the Economic Offences Wing (EOW), Enforcement Directorate (ED), Serious Fraud Investigation Office (SFIO), and the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). His in-depth understanding of complex legal frameworks such as the Maharashtra Protection of Interest of Depositors (MPID) Act, 1999, the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002 (PMLA), and corporate fraud cases under the Companies Act, 2013, has positioned him as one of the rare emerging counsels in this highly specialized field.
Sunny has been appointed as Special Counsel and Special Public Prosecutor for various criminal matters on behalf of the Government, where he has handled cases of complex financial crime. His notable contributions include leading arguments in precedent-setting cases, such as rulings on corporate fraud, public fraud, and media trials. His legal expertise is further reflected in his published work, “Legal Perspective on MPID Act – Attachment & Prosecution,” a comprehensive analysis of the MPID Act, aimed at simplifying legal complexities.
In addition to his legal practice, Sunny is an avid lecturer and speaker, frequently delivering talks on the MPID and PMLA Acts to various offices of the Economic Offences Wings.
Through LetsTalkCriminalLaw, Sunny aims to share his experience-driven insights on financial crime law, helping stakeholders navigate the complexities of white collar crimes, corporate fraud and associated regulatory challenges in India.
