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Police not registering FIR
Last updated: June 2026
Your Right
Under Section 154 CrPC, police MUST register FIR for cognizable offenses. Refusal to register FIR is illegal and you can complain to senior officers.
What You Should Do
Request FIR in writing at police station. If refused, send complaint to SP via registered mail. Approach Magistrate under Section 22-A CrPC.
Relevant Authority
Superintendent of Police (SP) / District & Sessions Judge / Police Complaint Authority
Complaint Guidance
File written complaint to SP with copy of refused FIR application. Apply to Magistrate under Section 22-A for direction to register FIR.
Sample Complaint
On [DATE], I went to [POLICE STATION] to report [OFFENSE] but SHO [NAME] refused to register FIR. I request FIR registration and action against refusal.
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This information is intended as general civic guidance and should not be considered formal legal advice.