Tag: #CognizableOffense

Is it possible for someone to file an FIR without any proof or evidence, solely based on their statement?

In India, it is possible for someone to file a First Information Report (FIR) with the police based solely on their statement, without presenting any immediate proof or evidence. The purpose of an FIR is to report a cognizable offense (an offense for which a police officer has the authority to arrest without a warrant […]