Police & notices

A case has been filed against me, or I fear arrest

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What the law says

Under BNSS, for offences punishable up to 7 years police generally issue a notice to appear (Section 35) instead of arresting straight away. Anticipatory bail can be sought from the Sessions Court or High Court.

General information, not legal advice.

Papers that usually help

FIR or complaint copy
Your defence starts here.
Get the FIR copy (online police portal or through an advocate)
Needed before any application.
Police notice, summons or warrant — with envelope and date received
Has dates you must not miss.
Documents that answer the allegations (agreements, payments, messages, alibi proof)
Supports bail and defence.
Records of the earlier dispute with the complainant
Shows context for the complaint.
ID, address proof, employment letter, medical records, dependants' details
Courts consider these for bail.
Names of two people who could stand surety, with their ID and property/ salary proof
Bail often requires sureties.
Details of any other cases
Must be disclosed accurately in bail applications.

Questions Saboot will ask you

What has happened so far?
What is the case about?
Do you have a copy of the FIR or complaint?
Do you know the complainant?
Have you ever been named in another case?
Is anything at stake if you are arrested — job, business, health, dependants?

Sources

Common situations

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