Quashment of FIR (Section 561-A CrPC and Article 199)
This petition asks the High Court to cancel an FIR itself. It is used when the FIR shows no crime, is a civil dispute in disguise, or is clearly filed in bad faith. The FIR is baseless, mala fide, or a civil dispute with a criminal colour.
When to use it
The FIR is baseless, mala fide, or a civil dispute with a criminal colour.
Documents to attach
FIR, supporting documents, compromise deed if any
Tip
Courts quash FIRs rarely. Show clearly why the FIR discloses no offence on its own face.
Advocate review note
Check current case law on when High Courts quash FIRs.
What is a quashment of fir for?
This petition asks the High Court to cancel an FIR itself. It is used when the FIR shows no crime, is a civil dispute in disguise, or is clearly filed in bad faith.
When should I use it?
The FIR is baseless, mala fide, or a civil dispute with a criminal colour.
What should I attach?
Attach these: FIR, supporting documents, compromise deed if any.
What should I check before filing?
Courts quash FIRs rarely. Show clearly why the FIR discloses no offence on its own face. Check current case law on when High Courts quash FIRs. Every [VERIFY] point in the draft must be checked, and a qualified advocate must review the draft before it is filed.
Related drafts
Bail Before Arrest (Section 498 CrPC); Bail After Arrest (Section 497 CrPC); Cancellation of Bail (Section 497(5) CrPC); Application for Acquittal (Section 265-K CrPC)
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