My brother was killed in a road accident. The police are refusing to file an FIR against the unknown driver and are only registering a DDR. Is there any law that prevents them from registering an FIR in such a case, even if the accused is unknown? I’ve repeatedly pleaded with them to file an FIR.

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Apni Law Staff asked 2 years ago

My brother was killed in a road accident. The police are refusing to file an FIR against the unknown driver and are only registering a DDR. Is there any law that prevents them from registering an FIR in such a case, even if the accused is unknown? I’ve repeatedly pleaded with them to file an FIR.

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Apni Law Staff answered 2 years ago

Indian law does not prevent police from registering an FIR even if the accused is unknown. The police are obligated to register an FIR based on your complaint, especially in a serious case like a fatal road accident. You can pursue legal recourse if they refuse to file an FIR.

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