An FIR sets the criminal justice machinery in motion. Yet, many people face hesitation or refusals at the police station level. Here is what the law mandates:
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Cognizable vs. Non-Cognizable: Police are legally required to file an FIR for cognizable offences (serious offences like theft, physical assault, or fraud).
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The Concept of ‘Zero FIR’: You do not need to be within the exact jurisdiction where an incident took place to file an initial complaint. Any police station must register a Zero FIR and transfer it to the relevant jurisdictional station.
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If an Officer Refuses to Register: You have the statutory right to submit your written complaint directly to the Superintendent of Police (SP) or Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP), or file a private complaint before a Judicial Magistrate.
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