S.173 BNSS | Police Cannot Refuse To Register FIR On Complaint Sent From Abroad If Cognizable Offence Made Out: Kerala High Court

The Kerala High Court has addressed a matter under Section 173 of the BNSS (Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita), specifically concerning a complaint emailed abroad to a foreign country. The court's consideration of this scenario highlights the complexities arising from digital communication and international jurisdiction in criminal complaints. Section 173 deals with police reports and further investigation. The court likely examined whether an email sent to a foreign jurisdiction could be construed as a valid complaint or initiate legal proceedings under Indian law, especially concerning evidence collection or jurisdiction. This case signals the increasing need for legal frameworks to adapt to cross-border digital interactions in criminal justice.