Cyber crime complaint for online fraud and money recovery

Cyber Crime Complaint for Online Fraud:

Online financial fraud falls under Information Technology Act, 2000 and Indian Penal Code provisions.

Applicable Legal Provisions:

• Section 66C IT Act: Identity theft and fraud
• Section 66D IT Act: Cheating by personation using computer
• Section 420 IPC: Cheating and dishonestly inducing property delivery
• Section 120B IPC: Criminal conspiracy

Cyber Crime Complaint Filing Process:

1. Online Portal: File complaint on cybercrime.gov.in
2. Local Cyber Cell: Visit nearest cyber crime police station
3. Regular Police Station: File FIR if cyber cell unavailable
4. Helpline: Call 1930 for cyber crime helpline

Required Evidence and Documents:

• Screenshots of fraudulent website/app
• Bank transaction records and statements
• UPI/payment gateway transaction details
• Communication records (emails, SMS, calls)
• Fake documents provided by fraudsters
• Social media profiles/posts of fraudsters
• IP address and technical evidence if available

Immediate Steps for Money Recovery:

1. Bank Account Freezing:

• Report to your bank immediately
• Request chargeback if credit card used
• Freeze fraudster's account through police

2. Technical Investigation:

• Trace digital footprints and IP addresses
• Bank account and mobile number tracking
• Website hosting details investigation

Legal Procedure:

1. FIR Registration: Under IT Act and IPC sections
2. Investigation: Cyber cell conducts technical investigation
3. Arrest: Fraudsters arrested based on evidence
4. Charge Sheet: Filed in court with complete evidence
5. Trial: Criminal trial for conviction

Money Recovery Options:

1. Criminal Case:

• Compensation order under Section 357 CrPC
• Recovery from convicted fraudsters
• Asset attachment and recovery

2. Civil Recovery:

• Civil suit for money recovery
• Injunction against fraudulent activities
• Damages for mental harassment

Prevention and Precautions:

• Verify investment schemes through SEBI/RBI
• Don't share OTP, passwords, or card details
• Check website security certificates
• Avoid clicking suspicious links
• Report suspicious activities immediately

Expected Timeline:

FIR registration: 1-3 days, Investigation: 2-6 months, Trial: 1-3 years, Money recovery depends on asset tracing success.

For expert legal assistance in cyber crime cases and money recovery, contact Metis Law Chamber's cyber law specialists immediately.