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Dear Client,
A counter-complaint is a reciprocal FIR filed by the person who was originally named as the accused, alleging that the complainant is the one who committed a crime. The police will investigate both the original FIR and the counter-complaint, and the court will decide who is the victim and who is the aggressor. Legal remedy against a counter-complaint or FIR involves several options, including quashing the FIR under Section 482 of the Cr. PC, filing a defamation suit under Sections 499 and 500 of the IPC, or filing a counter-complaint. If the FIR has caused you financial or emotional distress, you can seek compensation from the complainant. In the course of a police investigation of both the original FIR and the counter-complaint, it's important to cooperate with them and provide all necessary information. Finally, seeking legal advice from an experienced lawyer is crucial to understand your rights and options and to ensure that your case is handled properly.
Posted On 16-May-2025
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