How to file FIR Online ? Know the Step by Step Process........
Filing an FIR (First Information Report) online may vary slightly depending on the procedures of the particular state or district police department in the country. However, here is a step-by-step guide to filing an FIR online in India, which can serve as a template for similar procedures elsewhere:
Step by step process for online FIR filing in India
1. Visit the official police website:
• Visit the official police department website for your specific county or territory. Examples are Delhi Police, Mumbai Police, Karnataka Police and others.
2. Find the FIR section:
• Look for a section on the website that mentions "FIR", "e-FIR", "Online FIR", or "Complaint Registration".
3. Registration or receipt:
• Register and create an account on the website if necessary. You may need to provide basic information such as your name, email address and mobile number. If you already have an account, just sign in.
4. Complete the complaint form:
• Provide details of the incident. This usually includes:
• Complainant information: your name, address, contact number, email ID and so on.
• Event information: date and time of the event, location, description of the event, and so on.
• Details of the accused (if known): name, address, description, and so on.
• Witness information (if any): name and contact information of each witness.
5. Upload supporting documentation:
• Include any relevant documentation supporting your complaint. This can include images, videos, scanned documents and more.
6. Submit the FIR to:
• Verify the information and verify it by filling all the required details, then submit the FIR.
7. Get certified:
• Once submitted, you will receive a confirmation message or email with an identification number. This reference number can be used to check the status of your FIR
8. Follow-up:
• Use the reference number to check the status of your FIR
on the website or contact the police station directly for further details.
Example: Online FIR to Delhi Police
1. Visit Delhi Police website:
• Visit the official website of the Delhi Police.
2. Go to the "Services" section:
• Click on the "Services" tab or search for
"Citizen Services".
3. Select "Lost & Found" or "Online
Complaints":
• Select "Lost & Found" for lost items. For
other complaints, select "Online Complaint".
4. Fill out the form:
• Enter your personal information, incident details, and any
other necessary information.
5. Submit a complaint to:
• Review the form and submit it. You will receive a receipt
with a number to identify you.
Important advice
• Verify: Double check all details before submitting.
• Save the reference number: Save the reference number for
future reference.
• Follow-up: Regularly check the status of your FIR if you
are not receiving further information.
note
• Authorities: Make sure to file an FIR in the proper authority.
• Types of complaints: Some areas may restrict online FIRs
to obscure offenses or specific types of complaints such as lost items.
Always check the police department website for your location
for the most accurate information.
if you have any doubt, please let me know