8 common matters
Anticipatory bailPossible remedies & information
Application for direction granting bail to a person apprehending arrest, where legally available.
Court of Session / High Court
Complaint/FIR if available, notice/summons, relevant records, identity/address documents
Obtain the complaint, FIR or notice if available, preserve relevant records, avoid contacting witnesses or complainants, and seek immediate advice on the appropriate court and lawful interim protection.
Regular bailPossible remedies & information
Bail application after arrest/custody; other bail provisions may apply depending on offence and detention.
Magistrate / Sessions Court / High Court as applicable
FIR, remand papers, charge sheet if filed, custody details
Confirm the police station, FIR number, alleged offences and remand status; arrange case papers and authorised representation promptly for the competent court.
FIR / police complaint assistancePossible remedies & information
Written complaint, escalation to superior police officers and/or appropriate Magistrate/court remedy depending on facts.
Police / Magistrate / Court
Complaint, supporting documents, communications, identity details
Preserve messages, documents and CCTV or device evidence; note the police station and diary or FIR details, and use 112 for an immediate threat to safety.
Quashing of FIR / criminal proceedingsPossible remedies & information
High Court quashing jurisdiction may be invoked in appropriate cases; not a substitute for trial where disputed facts require evidence.
High Court
FIR/complaint, charge sheet if any, orders, settlement documents where relevant
Obtain the FIR, complaint, charge sheet and relevant orders; map the exact procedural stage and grounds before selecting the competent court and remedy.
Cheating / criminal breach of trustPossible remedies & information
Criminal complaint where statutory ingredients exist; civil/recovery remedies may separately apply.
Police / Criminal Court + civil forum where relevant
Transactions, representations, payment records, messages/contracts
Secure transaction records, representations, agreements and account details; notify the relevant bank or platform where funds remain traceable and obtain advice on civil and criminal options.
Forgery / fabricated documentsPossible remedies & information
Complaint/investigation; forensic/documentary proof; civil challenge to instrument if rights are affected.
Police / Criminal Court + Civil Court as applicable
Original/certified documents, admitted signatures, registration records
Preserve originals and obtain certified copies; do not alter suspected documents, record how they were received and seek prompt advice on forensic, civil and criminal steps.
Criminal intimidation / threatsPossible remedies & information
Police complaint and protective/criminal remedies where legal ingredients and evidence exist.
Police / Magistrate / Court
Messages, recordings lawfully obtained, witnesses, prior complaints
If anyone is in immediate danger, move to safety and call 112; otherwise preserve the messages or recordings, note witnesses and report the threat through the appropriate police channel.
DefamationPossible remedies & information
Civil and/or criminal remedy where maintainable, subject to defences, limitation and facts.
Civil Court / Criminal Court as applicable
Publication, screenshots/URLs, witnesses, reputational harm records
Capture the complete publication with URL, date, context and available metadata before removal; preserve proof of publication and obtain advice before issuing notice or commencing proceedings.