Filed a police complaint but still waiting for updates? Need a certified copy of an FIR? Whether you're the victim, accused, or a concerned citizen, the RTI Act, 2005 gives you the right to seek transparency and updates from the police department.
  • By - K.N.S.K. Vara Prasad
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πŸš” RTI for FIR Copy or Police Case Status in India

Filed a police complaint but still waiting for updates? Need a certified copy of an FIR? Whether you're the victim, accused, or a concerned citizen, the RTI Act, 2005 gives you the right to seek transparency and updates from the police department.

βœ… What You Can Ask Using RTI:

  • Certified copy of the FIR

  • Status of investigation

  • File movement and officer details

  • Timeline for case resolution or charge sheet

  • Reasons for delay

    ''Apply Now''


🎯 When to File RTI for Police FIR or Complaint

You should consider filing an RTI if:

  • You filed a police complaint but haven’t received a copy of the FIR

  • No action taken on the complaint after registration

  • You need the investigation status or file movement

  • A court, employer, or legal agency requires the FIR

    πŸ“Ž Documents to Attach:

  • Copy of your police complaint (if available)

  • Government-issued ID proof

  • β‚Ή10 RTI fee via IPO/DD/Online Receipt


  • πŸ› οΈ How to File RTI for FIR or Police Case

    Option 1: File with FileMyRTI.com

  • Visit FileMyRTI.com

  • Choose “FIR or Police Complaint” RTI

  • Upload your complaint details and ID proof

  • We draft, send, and track your RTI for you

  • Option 2: File RTI Manually

  • Draft the RTI as shown above

  • Address it to the PIO or SHO of the concerned police station

  • Attach β‚Ή10 IPO/DD

  • Send via Registered Post (RPAD) or submit physically

  • πŸ“ Note: If the police force falls under central jurisdiction (e.g., Railway Police), you can also use the RTI Online Portal.


    πŸ“… RTI Response Timeline

    The concerned police department must respond within 30 days under the RTI Act.
    If you don’t receive a reply, file a First Appeal with the Appellate Authority of the same department.


    πŸ”š Final Thoughts

    Don’t stay in the dark about your police complaint or FIR. RTI gives you the power to demand action, track delays, and get certified documents from any police department in India.

    🟦 Start your RTI for FIR now → FileMyRTI.com

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