Criminal Law Matter

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Criminal law deals with offenses against the state or society, defining crimes and prescribing punishments to maintain law and order.

Main Laws (India)

  • IPC, 1860 – Defines crimes & punishments
  • CrPC, 1973 – Procedure for investigation & trial
  • Evidence Act, 1872 – Rules for evidence

Types of Crimes

  • Against Person: Murder, Assault
  • Against Property: Theft, Fraud
  • White-Collar: Corruption, Cybercrime
  • Public Order: Rioting

Criminal Procedure

  1. FIR/Complaint
  2. Investigation
  3. Arrest & Charge Sheet
  4. Bail
  5. Trial
  6. Judgment & Sentencing
  7. Appeal
  • FIR or written complaint
  • ID proof of complainant
  • Incident details & evidence (photos, videos, etc.)
  • For bail: FIR copy, charge sheet, surety documents

FAQ's

FAQ's

1. What is the main difference between a civil case and a criminal case?

  • Criminal case: Filed by the State against a person for committing an offense (e.g., theft, murder). Punishment includes imprisonment or fine.
  • Civil case: Dispute between individuals or organizations (e.g., property, contracts). Remedy is usually compensation or specific performance.

2. What is an FIR and how do I file one?

An FIR (First Information Report) is the first step in a criminal case. It records information about a cognizable offense (like theft, assault, etc.) given to the police.
You can file it:

  • At the nearest police station (in writing or orally)
  • Online (in many states)
  • Through email in some cases
    Police must give you a copy of the FIR free of cost.

3. What if the police refuse to register my FIR?

You can:

  • Write to the Superintendent of Police (SP) under Section 154(3) CrPC
  • File a complaint directly before a Magistrate under Section 156(3) CrPC
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