A guide for NRIs on checking the status of FIR in India
A First Information Report (FIR) is the first official document prepared by the police when information regarding the commission of a cognizable offence is received. It is registered under section 173 of the Bhartiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 (BNSS), which was replaced by the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) section 154. An FIR records […]
Managing Civil and Criminal Trials in India While Living Abroad: A Complete Guide for NRIs
For many Non-Resident Indians (NRIs), dealing with a legal dispute in India can be far more challenging than the dispute itself. Living overseas often means balancing employment commitments, immigration obligations, family responsibilities, and financial considerations, making it impractical to travel to India for every court hearing. Fortunately, Indian law provides several mechanisms that allow NRIs […]