What Happens After an FIR Is Filed in India

 

Disclaimer :This article is written for general legal awareness and educational purposes only. Legal procedures may vary depending on facts, nature of offence, and judicial interpretation. It should not be treated as legal advice.

What Happens After an FIR Is Filed in India

When a First Information Report (FIR) is filed, it formally sets the criminal law process in motion. Filing an FIR means the police are legally required to take action on the reported offence.

Step 1: Registration of FIR
Once an FIR is registered, the police record the details of the offence, parties involved, and initial facts. A copy of the FIR must be given to the complainant free of cost.

Step 2: Police Investigation
After registration, the police begin investigation. This includes visiting the crime scene, collecting evidence, recording witness statements, and questioning suspects. If necessary, arrests may be made following legal procedure.

Step 3: Filing of Charge Sheet or Closure Report
After completing the investigation, the police submit a charge sheet to the court if sufficient evidence exists. If evidence is insufficient, a closure report is filed, explaining why the case should not proceed.

Step 4: Court Takes Cognisance
 The magistrate examines the police report. If a charge sheet is filed, the court takes cognisance of the offence and begins judicial proceedings.

Step 5: Trial and Judgment
During the trial, evidence is examined, witnesses are heard, and arguments are presented. Based on facts and law, the court delivers its judgment.


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