Dealing with the Police: Know Your Rights

Agar police aapse badtameezi ya maar-peet kare, toh unse behes na karein. The smart move is to discreetly record the incident as evidence. I explain how to use this video recording to file a complaint with senior officers or the court to get the accused officer suspended or fined.

The court has made it clear: no law stops a citizen from recording a video inside a police station, especially if an illegality is happening. This video of a judge questioning the police reinforces your right to transparency and to gather evidence against misconduct.

Many people ask if they can hit back at a police officer in self defense. While the law provides for self defense, the practical reality is different. I explain why hitting back can lead to multiple false cases against you and what you should do instead to protect yourself.

Agar aapke against FIR register ho gayi hai aur police copy nahi de rahi, you have options. FIRs are public documents. I explain how you can download the FIR copy from the police portal or use an RTI application to obtain it officially.

Police might call you to the station to "cancel" a warrant, but this is often a trick to arrest you without effort. A warrant can only be canceled by the court that issued it. I explain the correct procedure for filing a warrant cancellation application in court.

Agar police aapko thappad maare toh kya karna chahiye? The first step is to call 100 to create a record, followed by a written complaint. If no action is taken, you can file an application under Section 156(3) CrPC in the magistrate's court to initiate an inquiry.

When called to a police station, be cautious about your mobile phone. Police may ask for your phone and can clone all your data within minutes. I advise on how to handle this situation to protect your personal information during an investigation.

It's a common problem: you file an FIR, but the police take no action. If your investigation is stalled, you can move an application in the concerned court. The court can then summon the Investigating Officer (IO) and direct them to expedite the investigation and file a chargesheet.

If you receive a call or a 41A CrPC notice from the police, it's important to know what to do. I explain how to assess the situation, when to join the investigation, and when it is crucial to file for anticipatory bail before appearing at the police station.