e-FIR Complete Process; Required Documents | Step by Step Registration

Any Also, after the crime, the first fight of the victim or his family members is not for justice, but for filing FIR (First Information Report). Trips to the police station, long waits and paperwork make people tired. Whereas in law, FIR is the first step, without which the process of investigation and justice cannot begin.

However, now technology has made this process easier. Today you can lodge an FIR sitting at home through your mobile or laptop. This facility is called e-FIR (Electronic First Information Report) or online FIR. Especially in cases of theft, missing or small crimes, e-FIR is proving to be a big relief for the common people. This saves time and the complaint can be lodged with the police.

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Expert: Rajesh Dandotia, Additional DCP, Crime Branch, Indore

Question- What is e-FIR?

answer- E-FIR (Electronic First Information Report) is a facility through which people can lodge FIR online sitting at home. It is not necessary to go to the police station for this. The work can be done through mobile or computer only. This system is a big step towards digitalizing and modernizing the law and order system. This saves people’s time. There is less rush and complaints are filed quickly.

Question- How is e-FIR lodged?

answer- There are online websites or portals for filing e-FIR in different states and union territories of India. Through which e-FIR is lodged. These websites/portals are run by the state or local police, through which people can easily lodge complaints or FIRs online.

Question- In which cases e-FIR can be lodged?

answer- E-FIR is usually filed for crimes which are not very serious, such as simple theft, vehicle theft, online or cyber scams, petty crimes involving women/children. In cases of serious crimes like murder, rape or kidnapping, it is usually advisable to go directly to the police station and lodge an FIR. Keep in mind that in which cases e-FIR will be filed, it depends on the police policy of the state, so for the final information, please visit the police website of the concerned state.

Question- What documents are required while filing e-FIR?

answer- While filing e-FIR, some important documents or information have to be given. What has to be given also depends on the state. Also, it also depends on the type of case. Understand by pointers-

identity proof

Generally, documents related to the identity of the complainant like Aadhar Card, Voter ID, Driving License or Passport are required. Along with this, mobile number and e-mail ID have to be given, because OTP, FIR number and further information are sent on these.

Documents related to theft/missing

If the case is related to theft or missing, it is important to provide details related to the incident, such as date, time, place and complete details of the incident. In many cases, related documents also have to be uploaded, such as RC (Registration Certificate) in case of vehicle theft, bill for lost goods or any proof related to identity.

Documents related to cyber crime

In cases of cyber crime or online fraud, evidence related to the transaction is sought, such as bank statement, transaction ID, screenshot, e-mail or message proof.

Question- What is the process of filing e-FIR?

answer- The process of filing e-FIR is quite simple. Let us understand the entire process with pointers-

Visit State Police Website

Open the official website of your state police. Keep in mind that choose the right and official portal only.

Register/Login

If you are a new user then register by entering name, mobile number and email. Complete the verification with the OTP received on the mobile. If you are already registered then login directly.

Select e-FIR option

Go to “Citizen Services” or “e-FIR” section on the website. From there choose the option to file e-FIR.

Fill all the details

Fill your personal information like name, address, mobile number, email. Then write the complete details of the incident, what happened, when it happened, where it happened and how it happened.

submit

After checking all the information, submit the form. Once you submit, you will get a complaint number (reference number). Keep it safe.

Download FIR Copy

Police will investigate the information given. After completion of verification, the copy of FIR can be downloaded through email, SMS link or portal.

(Note- Keep in mind that there may be slight differences in the procedure and accepted cases in different states, hence while filing e-FIR, read the instructions of the police website of the concerned state)

Question- How can e-FIR be tracked?

answer- After registering an e-FIR, it is very easy to track it. As soon as you submit the FIR, you get an FIR number or registration number, which is important to keep safely. Let us understand the process of tracking e-FIR from the graphic-

Question- How much time does it take to lodge an e-FIR?

answer- If you have the necessary information and documents already ready then it takes 10 to 15 minutes to fill the online form. After submitting the form, the police does the verification. Once the verification is complete, the e-FIR is formally registered.

Question- In which states the facility of e-FIR is available?

answer- E-FIR facility has been provided in Delhi, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Karnataka, Orissa, Rajasthan, Uttarakhand.

Question- How is the e-FIR closed after it is disposed of?

answer- After the e-FIR is disposed of, it is closed as per the legal process. There is no separate or automatic method in this, rather the same process is followed as in a normal FIR. When an e-FIR is filed and the police completes the investigation, two situations can arise.

first position

If the investigation finds the crime true and evidence is found against the accused, then the police files a charge sheet in the court. After this the case goes to the court and the e-FIR is shown in the system as ‘Investigation Complete/Pending in Court’.

second position

During investigation, if the police does not find sufficient evidence, the case is proved wrong, the complaint is withdrawn or the case of missing/theft is solved, then the police prepare a closure report in that case. This report is sent to the magistrate. The e-FIR is officially closed only after getting the approval of the court.

After getting permission from the court, the police updates the status of the e-FIR in its records and online portal, such as ‘Closed’, ‘Disposed’ or ‘Final Report Accepted.’ The complainant can check this status through the FIR number on the e-FIR portal or the police website.

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