Is filing an FIR the right step if someone took money from me and is now avoiding repayment?

[Ronitdude345]

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Ronitdude345
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April 8, 2025 at 1:04 pm

I lent money to someone who I considered a friend, but now they’re constantly making excuses and avoiding me. I’ve given them multiple chances and tried to be understanding, but it’s becoming clear they have no intention of paying me back. I do have some proof of the transaction and our conversations.

Would filing an FIR be the right move in this situation, or should I try something else first? I’m not looking to escalate things unnecessarily, especially since this was someone I trusted, but I also don’t want to be taken advantage of.

Anyone with experience or legal knowledge—your input would really help.

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[Calmlion6382]

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April 8, 2025 at 1:07 pm

Do you have any agreement or have got this thing in writing with signature anywhere or bank statement (if you lent money via bank transfer) or any form of evidence?

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[Ronitdude345]

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Ronitdude345
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April 8, 2025 at 1:09 pm

I don’t have a formal written agreement, but I do have a copy of the transaction (like bank transfer details) and chat messages where the person clearly acknowledges receiving the money and even discusses repayment.

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[Purvaguy945]

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April 8, 2025 at 1:14 pm

What was the amount?

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[Ronitdude345]

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Ronitdude345
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April 8, 2025 at 1:16 pm

25k

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[Desiknight9081]

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April 8, 2025 at 1:14 pm

Hi. I’m a Delhi based lawyer. I feel FIR would be an extreme step to begin with. Sending them a legal notice would be a better idea in the first place.

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[Superbear7700]

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Superbear7700
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April 8, 2025 at 3:11 pm

No file FIR sending notice isn’t gonna do anything beside making money for lawyer

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[Silentrajnish997]

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April 8, 2025 at 4:50 pm

And you thought FIR is free in India ? 🤣

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[Superbear7700]

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April 12, 2025 at 5:20 am

And you thought lawyer won’t take a cut from filling FIR and police ?

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[Ronitdude345]

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April 8, 2025 at 1:24 pm

Thanks for the suggestion. I actually gave them a very clear deadline and even warned them that I’d file an FIR if they didn’t return the money. It’s been about a year now, and they still haven’t paid me back. Given how long it’s been and the fact that they ignored the ultimatum, do you still think sending a legal notice would help? Or should I just go ahead with filing the FIR at this point?

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[Experttarun6146]

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April 8, 2025 at 1:32 pm

It’s a civil matter. FIR is not possible.

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[Desishark6045]

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Desishark6045
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April 8, 2025 at 1:42 pm

FIR not possible.

Draft a legal notice will help of chatgpt citing compensation of 50,000. If he gets scared and returns the money, well and good.

Filing a case for 25000 will drain more out of you in time and money and energy. Take this as an expensive lesson and move on.

If you can use some kind of force, that also can be tried.

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[Braveninja1446]

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April 8, 2025 at 1:52 pm

According to 2023 survey 5 crore cases are pending in courts and yours will be one more and you will have to goto courts to attend all the hearings and you have to keep on paying advocates so if the amount is >10000 then you can go for it or else just leave and let them face karma

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[Luckypanda5091]

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April 8, 2025 at 2:11 pm

If you’ve tried all peaceful ways and they’re still avoiding repayment, filing an FIR can be a valid step, especially since you have proof. It’s not about revenge, but it’s about protecting yourself and your rights. Just make sure to consult a legal expert first, even for a basic opinion, so you can go in prepared and informed.

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[Gauravtiger377]

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April 8, 2025 at 2:14 pm

FIR can’t be registered.
It’s a civil matter

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[Cleverpratham4065]

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Cleverpratham4065
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April 8, 2025 at 2:14 pm

Lawyer here. Would not recommend an FIR (1, not a feasible course; 2, too small an amount for cops to care). Send a legal notice, and name and shame to mutual friends.

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[Wisestar8677]

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April 8, 2025 at 2:22 pm

Just send a legal notice, don’t file an FIR as for now. Try approaching the person by stating that you will file a complaint for mental harassment and seek double the amount as compensation.

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[Ronitdude345]

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April 8, 2025 at 2:46 pm

I was actually hoping filing an FIR would be an option, but looks like it’s not the right route since it’s a civil matter. As for the legal notice—do I need to go through a lawyer for that, or is it something I can draft and send myself?

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[Superbear7700]

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April 8, 2025 at 3:14 pm

For 25k lawyers will rip you off bro

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[Superbear7700]

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Superbear7700
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April 8, 2025 at 3:13 pm

Go to police station they will listen to your complaint and will call from their number will take a cut to recover money but will do the trick

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[Luckytara4910]

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April 8, 2025 at 3:29 pm

If you manage to file a FIR for this on your own without paying anyone during your first attempt – I’ll consider repaying the money owed by that person.

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[Yashdude573]

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April 8, 2025 at 4:37 pm

There is no provision of FIR if someone is not repaying your loan. No section in BNS or IPC.

I dont know why people are saying that FIR would be an extreme step. 😂

Maximum police can do for you is take your complaint as a petition and summon the counter party.

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[Zarapanther400]

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April 8, 2025 at 5:53 pm

Just pray and watch. In area where I live we are suryavanshi’s to whom everyone gets fear to speak anything rubbish

If mine 15 lakh is not covered back than you can just pray. Mine person has left city, I know where he is. Have already broken many times his body parts and his family too but when someone doesn’t have money than no luck forget it and move ahead….

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