Online Registration of FIR

Facts for Prelims (FFP)

 

Source: PIB

 Context: The 22nd Law Commission of India submitted a report which suggest amending Section 154 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (CrPC) to allow for online registration of FIRs (First Information Reports).

  

Recommendations:

  • The Law Commission recommends enabling the registration of e-FIRs in a phased manner, starting with offenses carrying a maximum punishment of up to three years of imprisonment.
  • e-Complaint to be allowed for all Non-Cognizable Offences