Here is some official information on FIR with applicability and various references to CrPC and IPC :http://www.saferindia.com/kiranbedi/firdemo.jspSame/similar to above document in PDF format (but this one has some spelling errors so check out yourselves):http://ipc498a.files.wordpress.com/2007/10/the-first-information-report.pdfSome compendium of information on FIR, NC (Non cognizable offence), reporting of complaint to police, magistrates, powers of police, where to complain etc are given below:http://www.karmayog.org/policedepartments/policedepartments_23086.htmDetailed document with information on arrest with references to CrPC etc is found here:http://ipc498a.files.wordpress.com/2007/10/law-of-arrest.pdfPolice circulars in various states which prohibit police to arrest without … [Read more...] about Info on FIR, Arrest, and Police ranks
Using Purshis in court
Purshis is a legal procedure to get verbal remarks of opposite party (OP) into the court records. I think the benefit can be that if OP has made some verbal remarks in court which can benefit your case later, then it is best to get them into court records. Several times someone driven by stupidity and emotion may make verbal remarks thinking that these are only verbal remarks not a document so there is no harm. However purshis may be useful in these cases. Follow links below for more information on purshis.Format of Purshis (from SIF Jul09): On top simply write "Pursis in the matter of ............."At the end write - Hence this Pursis.This is usual practice, use it, then come to know. Usage and real life example of PurshisSome definition and usage of … [Read more...] about Using Purshis in court
Countercase – using DP3 : Dowry Prevention Act
Dowry giving is also a crime under dowry prevention act. This strategy builds on the maxim that offence is the best defence. If the woman party accuses us of taking dowry, case can be filed against them for giving dowry which is a crime.From judgment at link: http://iitbiimb498a.wordpress.com/vague-allegations-not-acceptable/ In fact, these kinds of allegations made after breakdown of the marriage show the mentality of the complainant. I consider where these kinds of allegations are made, the police should simultaneously register a case under Dowry Prohibition Act (in short ? the Act?) against the parents of the complainant as well, who married their daughter despite demand of dowry. Section 3 of the Act prohibits giving and taking of dowry. If a woman of grown up age and well educated … [Read more...] about Countercase – using DP3 : Dowry Prevention Act
Database of ‘good’ and bad lawyers
I trust that you will use information below after reading the other posts on lawyers under label "Commando Strategy".http://mynation.wordpress.com/lawyers-u-can-trust/http://mynation.wordpress.com/bad-lawyers-list/ … [Read more...] about Database of ‘good’ and bad lawyers
How to find a ‘good’ lawyer
We said earlier that why one should not try to find an 'honest' lawyer. Here we discuss how to find a 'good' lawyer. If it sounds contradictory, just hold your breath and read on.The point to be seen is that a good lawyer for somone may not be good for you, and vice versa. The point here is not general expertise but how a lawyer is able to handle your case. It is the same for any other professional like doctor too. Once you are comfortable with someone's approach and have an understanding then stick with them. And fair bit of onus is on you too to make it work.1. Do your own homework about your case, find strong and weak points of your case, and read about law. Law is based on common sense and principles of justice so go ahead and read up. There is enough information on web and … [Read more...] about How to find a ‘good’ lawyer
Why one should not look for that one honest lawyer?
I am not against honest lawyers or trying to say that lawyers can not be honest. But here is my reasoning:1. The legal system in India and most countries works by way of competitive lawyers taking sides of their clients. The lawyers and legal system is not after truth or justice, because in competitive arguments full truth can never be known. Both parties' lawyers will be trying to maximize benefits to their clients, or so we hope.2. The clients themselves may not share complete or truthful information with their lawyers. Many clients may want to take whatever advantage the legal system provides them. Their lawyers will know it well too, because by helping clients they get their bread and butter. 3. Will lawyers willingly refuse their bread and butter if they know their client is not … [Read more...] about Why one should not look for that one honest lawyer?