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Criminal Reviewed Nov 2025
Police won't file my FIR
The local police station is refusing to register your First Information Report (FIR) for a cognizable offense.
Time-sensitive 3 steps 3 documents ~3 min read Office of the SP/DCP
The law
Section 173 of Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023 (formerly Section 154 CrPC).
Your remedy
Mandatory registration of FIR and investigation by the police.
Steps to take
Documents to gather
Where to go
Office of the SP/DCP, or Judicial Magistrate Court.
Jurisdiction varies by state — confirm exact venue with a local advocate.
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