Legal FAQ’s
- How do I file an FIR?
- How to apply for bail?
- What to do in case of cheque bounce?
- How can I file a PIL?
- What documents are required for divorce?
- Wedding invitation card
- Identity & Address Proofs (Aadhaar, Passport, Voter ID, etc.) of both spouses
- Photographs of the couple
- Proof of Residence (utility bills, rental agreement, etc.)
- Details of Children (if any) – birth certificates, custody arrangements
- Income & Financial Documents (salary slips, bank statements, property papers) for maintenance/alimony considerations
- Evidence supporting grounds for divorce (e.g., medical records, communication records, police complaints, if applicable)
An FIR (First Information Report) can be filed at the nearest police station when a cognizable oƯence occurs. You need to provide details of the incident (date, time, place, persons involved, and facts). The police oƯicer records it in writing, reads it back to you, and you must sign it. You are entitled to receive a free copy of the FIR for your records.
To apply for bail, the accused (or their lawyer) must submit a bail application before the appropriate court — usually the Magistrate’s Court for regular oƯences, or Sessions/High Court for serious oƯences. The application should state the grounds for bail, and the court considers factors like the nature of the oƯence, evidence, and risk of absconding. If granted, bail conditions are set, and the accused must furnish sureties or bonds as directed by the court.
If a cheque bounces due to insuƯicient funds or other reasons, the payee should first obtain the bank’s return memo stating the reason for dishonour. Within 30 days of receiving this memo, a legal notice must be sent to the drawer demanding payment. If the drawer fails to pay within 15 days of receiving the notice, the payee can file a complaint under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 before the appropriate Magistrate’s Court.
A PIL can be filed by any citizen or group in the High Court under Article 226 or in the Supreme Court under Article 32 of the Constitution. To file, you must draft a petition clearly stating the issue of public interest (such as violation of fundamental rights, environmental concerns, or social justice matters), attach supporting documents/evidence, and submit it to the court registry. The court then decides whether to admit the petition and issue notices to the concerned authorities.
The exact documents may vary depending on whether the divorce is mutual consent or contested, but generally include: