F.I.R.(First Information Report)

F.I.R is a very crucial and important instrument in a criminal case. Upon the commission of any crime in society, any member of the general public, the victim, or their relative can inform the police about the incident. In case of any crime against an individual or a private body, the concerned person can approach the state machinery to lodge a case against the offender(s). The police register the case and obtain the complainant’s signature on the written report. They then investigate the matter and arrest the accused if sufficient evidence is found during the investigation.

The First Information Report (F.I.R) is a written document prepared by the police upon receiving information about the commission of a cognizable offense. It is the earliest record of information received by the police, which is why it is termed the First Information Report. NYAY SARTHI INDIA FILINGS, as your legal service provider, will directly coordinate with the police and assist you in filing the case. The police will issue an official copy of the F.I.R for your reference.

An F.I.R is typically lodged at the police station that has jurisdiction over the place where the offense occurred or where the informant resides.

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False F.I.R.

If a false F.I.R is lodged against you, NYAY SARTHI INDIA FILINGS will assist you by coordinating directly with the Investigating Officer (I.O) of the case. Our legal team will work to ensure that the F.I.R is quashed at the earliest, based on a proper, impartial, and fair investigation of the matter.

Zero F.I.R.

The concept of Zero F.I.R was first introduced in the case of Kriti Vasisht vs State & Others on 29-11-2019. The Hon’ble Court held that in situations requiring immediate lodging of an F.I.R and swift investigation, the victim can file an F.I.R at any police station in India, regardless of jurisdiction. The case can later be transferred to the appropriate police station with proper territorial authority.

If the police refuse to take action or assist you, you can approach the Superintendent of Police (S.P.) directly. Alternatively, you may file a criminal complaint before the Judicial Magistrate, First Class, who can then order the police to register the case and initiate an investigation.