Overview
Theft (BNS 303), the newly codified offence of snatching (BNS 304), and robbery (BNS 309) are cognizable offences the police must register and investigate. The practical battles are getting the FIR registered with the right sections, tracing and releasing recovered property (especially vehicles and phones) from court custody, and insurance claims that depend on the FIR and final report. We handle the full chain.
Key Provisions — Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023
- BNS Section 303 — theft (up to 3 years); Section 304 — snatching (up to 3 years); Section 309 — robbery (up to 10 years).
- Stolen-vehicle and phone cases: CCTNS/e-FIR reporting, IMEI tracing, and untraced reports for insurance.
- Recovered property is released on a court application (superdari) — you don't have to wait for the trial to end.
- The FIR and final report are the foundation of theft insurance claims.
What You Can Get
How We Handle It
Immediate FIR
Correct sections, serial numbers/IMEI, and evidence recorded properly.
Trace & Follow
We follow the investigation and push tracing (CCTV, IMEI, transactions).
Property Release
Superdari application so recovered property returns to you quickly.
Insurance / Trial
Untraced report for insurers, or prosecution where accused are caught.
Frequently Asked Questions
My recovered vehicle is in the police station — how do I get it back?
Through a superdari (release) application before the Magistrate — usually granted with photographs and a bond, without waiting for trial.
Insurance is asking for an untraced report — what is that?
The police/court certification that the property was not traced. We obtain it to complete your claim.
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