FIR Registration and Zero FIR: How It Works: Frequently Asked Questions in Faridabad

For someone based in Faridabad, the following is general information on common questions on fir registration and zero fir for someone in Faridabad.

Before the frequently asked questions

Under BNSS s.173, information about a cognizable offence can be given to police irrespective of the area where the offence was committed — this is what is commonly called a Zero FIR.

Information can be given orally or electronically. Where it is given electronically, it is treated as on record only once the informant signs it, which must happen within 3 days.

Frequently asked questions

Can I file a Zero FIR at any police station in India?

Yes. Under BNSS s.173, information about a cognizable offence can be recorded irrespective of where it occurred, and the station must then transfer it to the one with jurisdiction.

What can I do if the police refuse to register my FIR?

You can send a written complaint to the Superintendent of Police under BNSS s.173(4). If that does not lead to action, you can apply to the Magistrate for a direction to register it.

Relevant forums in Faridabad

• The High Court with jurisdiction is the Punjab & Haryana High Court.
• Matters at the district level are generally handled at the Faridabad District & Sessions Court.
• The relevant police authority is the Faridabad Police.

For a fuller explanation, see Grounds of Arrest: What the Law Requires Police to Tell You and What to Do If Police Refuse to Register Your FIR.

If this touches a situation you are dealing with, you are welcome to discuss it in a consultation.

This is general, educational information and not legal advice. Specific facts can change the analysis, so a qualified advocate should review your situation before you act.