{"id":14947,"date":"2019-03-27T18:47:38","date_gmt":"2019-03-27T13:17:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/enterslice.com\/learning\/?p=14947"},"modified":"2019-06-27T11:37:24","modified_gmt":"2019-06-27T06:07:24","slug":"checklist-for-filing-an-fir","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/enterslice.com\/learning\/checklist-for-filing-an-fir\/","title":{"rendered":"Checklist for Filing an FIR"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The basic definition of filing an <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lawyerinc.net\/in\/quashing-of-fir\">FIR<\/a><\/strong> is given under section 154 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973. It is the first step towards initiating a criminal proceeding. It can be defined as a written document, which is prepared by police officials or receipt of information relating to the commission of an offense. In other words, it is basically a report having information regarding the commission of an offense, which is lodged in a police station.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What is the purpose of F<g class=\"gr_ gr_5 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim ContextualSpelling ins-del multiReplace\" id=\"5\" data-gr-id=\"5\">iling<\/g> an FIR?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<p>FIRs are filed to inform the police about the commitment of an offense. The basic purpose of an <strong>FIR<\/strong> is to initiate criminal proceedings. Investigation proceedings cannot be commenced against any person unless and until <a href=\"https:\/\/enterslice.com\/learning\/file-an-e-fir\/\">an FIR is filed<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Where can an FIR be\nfiled? <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>An <strong>FIR<\/strong> is lodged\nin the police station under whose jurisdiction the crime occurs. However, in\ncase of urgent cases such as murder, rape etc. The option of filing zero FIR is\ngranted to the complainant. Zero FIR can be filed in a police station outside\nthe jurisdiction to initiate quick action. The FIR later gets transferred to\nthe concerned police station.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Who can lodge an FIR?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Any of the following persons can lodge an <strong>FIR<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>The person against whom the offense has been\ncommitted<\/li><li>Any person who has witnessed the commission of\nthe offense<\/li><li>Any person who has knowledge about the\ncommission of the offense<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What offenses qualify\nfor filing an FIR?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>An <strong>FIR<\/strong> can be\nfiled only against cognizable offenses, which do not require an arrest warrant\nlike murder, rape, theft etc. These offenses are serious in nature and that is\nwhy the option of arresting with any warrant has been provided to the police\nofficials. Thus it saves a lot of time, which is otherwise required for\nobtaining a warrant and ensures quick detention of the accused.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Is there any timeline\nfor filing an FIR?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It is advised to file an<strong> FIR<\/strong> at the earliest possible after the commission of the offense. A delay in filing an FIR has to be adequately supported with reasonable explanations. The detailed procedure for filing an <strong>FIR<\/strong> is given in Section 154 of the <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Code_of_Criminal_Procedure_(India)\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Criminal Procedure Code, 1973<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Mode of filing FIR: <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Filing an <strong>FIR<\/strong>\nrequires the complainant to visit the police station in whose jurisdiction the\ncrime occurred. Sometimes, visiting the police station might be inconvenient\nfor the complainant due to a number of reasons. Hence, the option of filing an\ne-FIR is provided by a majority of the states to facilitate the easy filing of <strong>FIR<\/strong> against any offense. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A complete checklist\nfor filing an FIR:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Section 154 of the Code of Criminal Procedure lays down the\nprocedure for filing an FIR in India. Given below is a complete checklist for\nfiling an <strong>FIR<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1. <strong>Place of filing FIR<\/strong>:\nThe <strong>FIR<\/strong> should be filed in the\npolice station under whose jurisdiction the offense is committed. (Except in\ncase of urgent crimes). If the option of filing an e-FIR is available then the\nsame can be exercised. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. The <strong>FIR<\/strong> should\nbe in writing. If given orally, the same should be reduced in writing under the\ndirection of the complainant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3. <strong>Details regarding informant\nand perpetrators:<\/strong> The name and contact details of the informant, as well as\nthe perpetrator(s) of the crime, is to be mentioned in the <strong>FIR<\/strong>. The relation between the perpetrator and the informant should\nalso be provided.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4. <strong>Details and\nnarration regarding the offense:<\/strong> The following details have to be provided\nwhile narrating the offense:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>The actions of the accused, which constitute the\nsubject matter of the FIR. <\/li><li>Number of people involved in the offense and\nroles played by them individually <\/li><li>If any witness was present then name and contact\ndetails of the same to be provided.<\/li><li>Was there any attempt on the part of the accused\nto intimidate any woman?<\/li><li>Did the offense involve any violence? If so,\nthen a full description of the same has to be provided.<\/li><li>Was there any use of weapons? If yes, a description\nof the same has to be provided. <\/li><li>Nature and description of any injuries caused to\nanyone (if applicable).<\/li><li>The ifany <a class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Property&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Property refers to the legal designation of ownership over valuable items or assets held by an individual or a business. This ownership grants the holder certain legal rights to use, consume,(...)&lt;\/div&gt;\"  href=\"https:\/\/enterslice.com\/learning\/terms\/property\/\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]'>property<\/a> has been taken or stolen,\ndescription of the nature and value of the property. Also, if there is any\nevidence that proves the owner of the property, the same should be mentioned.<\/li><li>Details regarding broken or damaged articles, if\nany. <\/li><li>A proper description of the location of the\nincident.<\/li><li>Date and time of the happening of the incident<\/li><li>If any motive or intention of the perpetrator can\nbe identified, then the same shall be mentioned.<\/li><li>Details of threats of adverse treatment, if any<\/li><li>Details regarding promises of special treatment\nin return for sexual favors, if any<\/li><li>Reasons for delay: One should always file an FIR\nat the earliest possible. However, if there is any delay in lodging an FIR, the\nreasons should form a part of the <strong>FIR<\/strong>.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>5. <strong>Signing of FIR<\/strong>:\nThe FIR should be duly signed by the informant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>6. <strong>Copy of the FIR to\nbe given to the accused:<\/strong> The accused is liable to get a copy of the FIR\nonly on the order of the court and after paying the requisite fee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A few important points\nto be kept in mind:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>The statements included in an <strong>FIR<\/strong> do not enjoy immunity under any\nlaw. If the statements contained in the FIR are found to be defamatory in\nnature, the maker of the FIR is liable to be prosecuted. However, if the\ninformant can prove that the statements are provided in good faith, the\nimmunity can be granted.<\/li><li>An FIR cannot be considered as substantive\nevidence. But, it can be used to support the informant&rsquo;s claim or to contradict\nhim if he is admitted as a witness at the time of trial.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Can a police officer\nrefuse to lodge an FIR?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes, the police may refuse to lodge an FIR. The action\nof refusing to lodge an FIR can be both legal and illegal depending on the\nfacts and circumstances of the case. If the refusal is because of a non-cognizable\noffense or lack of jurisdiction, then the action of the police will be\nconsidered as valid. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, if there are no sufficient causes for refusal, then\nthe action of the police will be considered invalid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Are there any remedies\navailable to the informant when the police refuse to lodge an FIR? <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The following remedies are available to the informant:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>The informant can approach the Superintendent of\nPolice or the Commissioner of the police with a written complaint. If the S.P.\nof the Commissioner is satisfied that it discloses a cognizable offense, he can\ninvestigate the case himself or direct his subordinate to register the FIR.<\/li><li>Otherwise, the informant is legally entitled to\nfile a complaint to the Judicial Magistrate\/ Metropolitan Magistrate for filing\nthe <strong>FIR<\/strong><\/li><li>The informant can also file a Writ Petition in\nthe respective High Court against the defaulting Police officers to direct him\nto Register the FIR and show cause for his actions.<\/li><li>If the case related to a civil matter, the\ninformant can file a contempt petition before the High Court against the\nofficer who refused to lodge an <strong>FIR.<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Conclusion:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>An FIR is lodged to enable the police to initiate the\ninvestigation regarding an offense. It should not contain the whole story and\nplot of the offense. It is the duty of the police to identify the story or plot\nthrough their investigation an decide the further treatment of the case. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For more information, you can directly reach our team at <a href=\"https:\/\/enterslice.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Enterslice<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The basic definition of filing an FIR is given under section 154 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973. It is the first step towards initiating a criminal proceeding. It can be defined as a written document, which is prepared by police officials or receipt of information relating to the commission of an offense. 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