petition / procedural template

Writ of Mandamus for FIR Registration

Writ petition directing police to register mandatory FIR in cognizable offenses under Lalita Kumari principles.

This public draft is for civic rights literacy and procedural orientation. Have a qualified advocate review the facts, law, and filing requirements before use.

Template text

IN THE HIGH COURT OF JUDICATURE AT [INSERT BENCH]
WRIT PETITION UNDER ARTICLE 226 FOR WRIT OF MANDAMUS

1. The Petitioner lodged a written complaint on [Insert Date] disclosing clear cognizable offences against named accused persons.
2. The Respondent Police Station has willfully refused to register an FIR, flouting the Constitution Bench mandate in Lalita Kumari v. Govt. of UP.
3. Representation to the Superintendent of Police under Section 173(4) BNSS has yielded no response.

PRAYER:
Issue a Writ of Mandamus commanding Respondent Police to forthwith register an FIR and initiate impartial investigation.

Advocate for Petitioner

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