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When a criminal case begins — through arrest, FIR filing, or a police notice — the first 24 hours are the most consequential window of the entire case. Actions taken (or not taken) in this period can determine whether bail is obtained quickly, whether an anticipatory bail protects against arrest, and whether the legal narrative of the case is shaped correctly from the start. This guide explains exactly what to do, step by step, when a criminal situation arises in Allahabad or Prayagraj. For immediate help: Call or WhatsApp Advocate Faizan Siddiqui at +91-9911387328.
Also see: Criminal Lawyer — Allahabad High Court → — full case details, process, cities covered.
If Someone Has Been Arrested — Immediate Steps
- Step 1 — Confirm which police station is holding the arrested person and the FIR number
- Step 2 — Call a criminal lawyer immediately — do not wait for morning or the next day
- Step 3 — Gather FIR details: offence sections, complainant name, and incident date
- Step 4 — Do not let the arrested person make any statements to police before the lawyer arrives
- Step 5 — Request a copy of the arrest memo — police are legally required to provide it
- Step 6 — Lawyer will assess bail type (Section 437/439 CrPC) and file urgently
- Step 7 — Ensure surety is arranged — bail granted without a surety ready delays release
If an FIR Has Been Filed — Before Arrest Happens
- Step 1 — Confirm the FIR details: police station, sections, accused names
- Step 2 — Call Advocate Faizan Siddiqui immediately — do not approach police station without a lawyer
- Step 3 — Lawyer will assess whether anticipatory bail should be filed at Sessions Court or directly at High Court
- Step 4 — Anticipatory bail application filed at Allahabad High Court — includes request for interim arrest stay
- Step 5 — Do not leave UP or surrender passport until the lawyer advises
- Step 6 — Do not delete any messages, documents, or evidence — preserve everything
- Critical: every day without anticipatory bail protection is a day when arrest can happen
Need assistance with a legal issue?
Faizan Sir responds as required by the matter — call or WhatsApp
Rights During Arrest and Custody — Know These
- Right to be informed of the grounds of arrest immediately
- Right to a lawyer of your choice — police cannot deny this
- Right to inform a family member or relative of the arrest
- Right to be produced before a magistrate within 24 hours of arrest
- Right to a medical examination if you allege custodial abuse
- Right not to be held in police custody for more than 24 hours without magistrate remand
- Remand cannot exceed 15 days at a time (police remand) — and total judicial custody has BNSS limits
What a Criminal Lawyer Does in the First 24 Hours
- Immediate phone/WhatsApp consultation — case facts assessed, urgency level determined
- Bail type identified — anticipatory bail, Section 437 bail, or Section 439 High Court bail
- Urgent document checklist sent — family gathers what is needed while lawyer prepares application
- Bail application drafted and filed at the appropriate forum on priority
- Mentioning done if case requires urgent listing at Allahabad High Court
- Family kept informed at every step via WhatsApp
- Surety guidance provided — who can be surety, what documents they need
Need assistance with a legal issue?
Faizan Sir responds as required by the matter — call or WhatsApp
Do Not Do These Things — Common Mistakes in the First 24 Hours
- Do NOT approach the complainant — this can lead to additional FIR charges or bail cancellation later
- Do NOT give a statement to police without your lawyer present
- Do NOT post anything on social media about the case
- Do NOT destroy any documents, messages, or evidence — even those you think look bad
- Do NOT leave the country without informing your lawyer
- Do NOT ignore a Section 41A notice — non-compliance leads to arrest
- Do NOT pay any unofficial "police settlement" amounts — these do not protect you legally
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