Advantages of an F.I.R
- Legal Protection: Lodging of an FIR ensures legal protection for the Victim by the Police as there can be a chance of attacks done by the Accused
- Prompt Action: If an FIR was filed against any offense, then the Police should investigate the Case and have to collect the evidence to submit it to the Court which helps the investigations to be done promptly and efficiently.
- Peace of Mind: If the FIR is filed against the accused, then the victim may live without any tension as the case was handed over to the Police. So the Court ensures that Justice will be done to the Victim.
- Prevention of Further Crimes: If an FIR was filed against a crime then the next time no one will be daring enough to do it as there will be a chance of legal action taken by the Judiciary which helps in building a responsible society.
- Aid in Insurance claims: In case any damage was done to property in the offense or in case of theft, with the help of an FIR report filed against that offense, the victim can claim the insurance from the Companies.
FIR Full Form
FIR stands for First Information Report. The term F.I.R. is a widely known term in India that is related to legal services. It is a legal document in India and some other countries that can be filed by the victim, witness, or any other individual who has complete knowledge of the offense with the Police Officer in the Police Station which helps in the investigations to be done promptly and efficiently. It is the first step in the Criminal Justice Process (The process of obtaining Justice for a victim who was involved in the offense).
Table of Content
- What is the Full Form of FIR?
- Importance of the F.I.R
- Types of F.I.R
- Contents of an F.I.R
- Who can Write an F.I.R.?
- Advantages of an F.I.R