Sivahnanthan Ragava Criminal Lawyer In Kuala Lumpur

About Criminal Lawyer

Sivahnanthan Ragava

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Sivahnanthan Ragava is an experienced Criminal Lawyer in Kuala Lumpur who practices exclusively in criminal litigation, with a strong focus on drug trafficking (Section 39B) cases and serious criminal offences. Based primarily in Kuala Lumpur and Selangor, he represents accused persons and their families across all criminal courts in Malaysia. Sivahnanthan Ragava is directly and personally involved in every stage of the criminal process. His practice is built on first-hand, hands-on courtroom experience, with deep working knowledge of police investigations, arrest procedures, remand hearings, bail applications, trials, and criminal appeals. This practical exposure allows him to anticipate prosecution strategies and respond decisively at critical stages of a criminal case. Selected criminal cases handled by Criminal Lawyer Sivahnanthan Ragava have been reported by mainstream media across Malaysia and can be viewed in the Media section of this website. 

Sivahnanthan Ragava has been involved in numerous serious criminal cases, including drug trafficking matters under Section 39B of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952, with reported acquittals and decisions covered by mainstream Malaysian media. His work reflects a results-driven approach grounded in legal precision, strategic defence, and a deep understanding of criminal procedure at all stages of the court process.

As part of his professional transparency, his status as an Advocate & Solicitor of the High Court of Malaya and his current practising certificate can be independently verified through the official records of the Malaysian Bar. This ensures that clients are represented by a duly qualified and authorised legal practitioner in Malaysia.

Early Life & Education

Sivahnanthan Ragava was born in Penang, Malaysia, where he received his early and secondary education.

Schooling

  • Kindergarten: Chung Shan School, Penang
  • Primary Education: Chung Shan School, Penang
  • Secondary Education: Chung Ling High School, Penang

Legal Education

  • Law Degree: Advanced Tertiary College (ATC), Penang
  • University of London – Bachelor of Laws (LLB), External Programme
  • Professional Qualification: Certificate in Legal Practice (CLP), Malaysia

 

His legal education combines both international academic training and local professional qualification, forming the foundation of his practice in Malaysian criminal law.

Legal Practice Focus

Sivahnanthan Ragava’s work centres on criminal defence litigation, including but not limited to:

  • Drug-related offences under Malaysian law
  • Serious and complex criminal charges
  • Bail and remand proceedings
  • Police station representation
  • Trial advocacy in the Magistrates’ Court, Sessions Court, and High Court
  • Criminal appeals

His approach to criminal defence emphasises:

  • Procedural precision
  • Strategic litigation planning
  • Protection of the accused person’s legal rights
  • Professional integrity in court and in public matters

Media Presence & Public Record

As part of his criminal defence practice, Sivahnanthan Ragava has appeared in numerous matters that have attracted public and media attention. These reports reflect the reality of handling serious criminal cases that naturally draw public interest.A record of selected cases and public reports can be found in the firm’s dedicated Media section, which documents criminal defence matters handled over the years.

Purpose of This Page

This page is intended to:

  • Clearly identify Sivahnanthan Ragava as a distinct legal professional
  • Avoid confusion with other individuals who may have similar names
  • Provide accurate background and professional context
  • Support clarity in online search results and public references

For clarification regarding individuals with similar names, please see our Name Disambiguation Page.

Official Professional References

For verified and up-to-date information about his legal practice, readers may refer to:

  • The official Website of Chambers of Sivahnanthan Ragava
  • The firm’s About Us page
  • The firm’s Services pages
  • The firm’s Media section



Criminal Lawyer Sivahnanthan Ragava practises exclusively in criminal litigation and is regularly engaged in serious and complex criminal matters, particularly at critical stages of proceedings where legal strategy, timing, and precision are decisive to the outcome.