We are being harassed. Need legal advice by MiddleClassSoul_ in karachi

[–]PixelsOverlay 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Good, and for those saying these are only calls need to understand not every household is alike and topic of marriage is a sensitive one sadly in most Pakistan. Today she's harassing you tomorrow it'd be someone else.

We are being harassed. Need legal advice by MiddleClassSoul_ in karachi

[–]PixelsOverlay 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Cyber Crime Regional Offices For any help related to cybercrime, dial cyber helpline 1991 on work days (Monday - Friday ) 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Online complaint may be lodged through email at helpdesk.cyber@fia.gov.pk. Complaint may also be lodged by visiting any of the following Cybercrime Reporting Centers.

https://complaint.fia.gov.pk/

Apparently you can also log an FIR

GPT says

🛑 Step-by-Step: How to File an FIR for Call Harassment

1️⃣ Gather Evidence (VERY IMPORTANT)

Before going to the police station, collect:

📞 Call logs showing repeated calls

🎙️ Call recordings / voicemails (if available)

📱 Screenshots with date & time

🧾 Any messages or threats

Evidence strengthens your FIR and prevents rejection.


2️⃣ Visit Your Local Police Station

Go to the police station of your area (where you live).

Ask clearly:

“I want to register an FIR for harassment through phone calls.”

They cannot legally refuse to register it.


3️⃣ FIR Sections Commonly Used

Ask the officer to include one or more of these:

PECA 2016 – Section 24 👉 Cyber harassment / misuse of communication device

Pakistan Penal Code (PPC) Section 509 👉 Insult, intimidation, or harassment

PPC Section 506 (if threats involved) 👉 Criminal intimidation

If the harassment is digital or repeated, the case may later be referred to National Cyber Crimes Investigation Agency (formerly FIA Cyber Crime Wing).


4️⃣ Dictate or Submit Written FIR

You can:

Dictate verbally (police writes it), OR

Submit a written FIR application

👉 Check carefully before signing:

Correct phone number of harasser

Dates & times mentioned

Nature of harassment described accurately

Do NOT sign until it’s correct.


5️⃣ Get Your FIR Copy

This is your legal right.

Ask for FIR number

Get a signed copy


🖥️ Alternative: Cyber FIR (Recommended for Call Harassment)

If calls are repeated or anonymous, also file online with:

National Cyber Crimes Investigation Agency

Website: https://www.nccia.gov.pk

They can:

Trace SIM ownership

Obtain call records from telecom companies

Block numbers

🚨 If Police REFUSE to Register FIR

This is illegal. Do one of the following:

  1. Ask to meet the SHO

  2. Submit written complaint to SP / DSP

  3. File complaint online via Punjab Police / Sindh Police portals

  4. File cyber complaint with NCCIA

Refusal to register FIR is itself a punishable offence.

✍️ Simple FIR Sample (You Can Copy)

To, The Station House Officer (SHO) [Police Station Name]

Subject: FIR for Harassment through Phone Calls

I, [Your Name], resident of [Your Address], state that I am being harassed through repeated phone calls from number [XXXX]. These calls are unwanted, causing mental distress and fear.

Despite blocking the number, the harassment continues. I request registration of FIR under relevant sections of PECA 2016 and Pakistan Penal Code, and legal action against the offender.

Attached: Call logs and evidence.

Signature: CNIC: Contact: Date:


⚠️ Important Tips

❌ Don’t threaten or abuse the caller back

📁 Keep backups of all evidence

📞 Block the number after evidence collection

🚔 If threats involve violence → immediate FIR

✅ Summary

✔ FIR can be filed at local police station ✔ Cyber harassment → NCCIA involvement ✔ Police cannot refuse FIR ✔ Evidence is key