The Gauhati High Court has ruled that trial courts need not require FIRs for cyber crime cases reported on the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal, streamlining the process for victims to recover seized funds.
Guwahati: In a significant move to streamline the handling of cyber crime cases, the Gauhati High Court issued a directive on October 4 stating that trial courts should not mandate the filing of First Information Reports (FIRs) for incidents already reported online through the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal (NCRP).
This ruling particularly addresses the release of funds that have been seized in connection with cyber fraud. According to the court’s order, cases logged on the NCRP will allow for the swift release of blocked or frozen assets to victims, contingent upon police verification of the funds’ authenticity and rightful ownership, along with an action report from the relevant cyber police station or investigator.
The court’s directive emphasizes that trial courts can proceed with these matters without the additional requirement of an FIR, thereby facilitating a more efficient process for victims seeking justice and financial restitution.
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