Interactive Guide

FIR Filing Guide

ایف آئی آر کیسے درج کروائیں

A First Information Report (FIR) is the first step in the criminal justice process. This guide walks you through every step, province by province.

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Step-by-Step Process

Typical FIR Timeline

1

FIR Filed

Day 0

2

Investigation Begins

Within 24 hrs

3

Progress Report

Within 14 days

4

Challan Submitted

Within 14–30 days

5

Court Proceedings

After challan

Document Checklist

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Sample FIR Template

FIR_Template_PakLawAI.txt
TO,
The Station House Officer (SHO)
[Police Station Name], [District]

SUBJECT: First Information Report (FIR) Regarding [Nature of Offence]

Respectfully,

I, [Your Full Name], son/daughter of [Father's Name], CNIC No. [XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX], resident of [Complete Address], do hereby state:

1. On [Date] at approximately [Time], at [Location of Incident], the following occurred:
   [Describe the incident clearly — who was involved, what happened, in what sequence]

2. The accused/suspect (if known):
   Name: [Name or description]
   Address: [Address if known]
   Contact: [Phone if known]

3. Witnesses (if any):
   Name: [Witness Name], CNIC: [XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX]

4. Evidence available:
   [List any evidence — photos, videos, documents, injuries, etc.]

I request you to kindly register an FIR against the accused under the relevant sections of law and take appropriate legal action.

I solemnly state that the above facts are true to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Date: _______________
Complainant's Signature / Thumb Impression: _______________
Name: _______________
CNIC: _______________
Phone: _______________

Your Rights When Filing an FIR

  • Police must register an FIR for cognizable offences — they cannot refuse.
  • You are entitled to a free copy of the FIR immediately after registration.
  • FIR must be registered in the language you understand.
  • You can file an FIR at any police station in KPK regardless of jurisdiction.
  • If police refuse, you can file directly before a Judicial Magistrate under Cr.P.C Section 22-A.
  • You can also approach the District Police Officer (DPO/SSP) or submit online complaints.

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