The NCR full form in law is Non-cognizable Report. NCR relates to a police report about an offence that Indian law considers being non-cognizable. Without a magistrate’s permission or directives, the police are not allowed to make an arrest or launch an inquiry in cases of non-cognizable offenses. Simple assault, public annoyance, and defamation are a few examples of non-cognizable offenses.
Filing an NCR:
When someone comes to the police with a complaint regarding a crime that is not recognized, the police record the complaint as a Non-Cognizable Report (NCR). The complaint is properly documented in this report, but it does not immediately start an investigation. The police’s role in handling NCRs is restricted to recording the facts as provided by the complainant and giving a copy of the report to them.
Importance of NCR:
The NCR is crucial in making sure that all infractions, no matter how small, are formally documented and traceable. It offers official record of the incident that can be used as evidence in court if the case gets more complicated. Upon obtaining a copy of the NCR, the complainant may choose to take legal action against the accused by pursuing the case in court.