SHORT ANSWER:
No, police cannot change FIR details after it has been registered.
DETAILS:
- An FIR (First Information Report) is a written document prepared by the police when they receive information about a cognizable offense.
- Any changes to the FIR can only be made through a formal process, such as filing a supplementary report or correcting clerical errors.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Changing FIR details without proper procedure can lead to legal consequences for the police officer involved.
SOURCE:
- Indian Penal Code (IPC), Section 154 and Section 172.
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