My friend and I lost a pen drive 14 days ago, and we’re worried someone might misuse the photos, signatures, and fingerprints it contained. I want to file a police report, but my friend is hesitant. Can I file a report on their behalf, or will my report protect them even if they don’t go to the police? I’m really worried about this, please help!

In India, you can file a police report on your friend’s behalf if they give you written consent. However, filing a report without their consent might not be considered legally valid. Your report alone might not be sufficient to protect your friend, as their consent is crucial for any further action. It’s best to encourage your friend to file a report themselves or provide written consent for you to do so.