SHORT ANSWER:
Yes, filing an FIR is free in India.
DETAILS:
- The police cannot charge any fee for registering an FIR.
- It is a legal obligation for the police to register an FIR if a cognizable offense is reported.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- If a police officer refuses to file an FIR, they may face disciplinary action.
SOURCE:
- Indian Penal Code (IPC) and Supreme Court Judgments on FIR registration.
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