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Certified or True copies from abroad


01-Mar-2026 (In Criminal Law)
Very old quashed FIR mutual-settlement case. Person is outside India who was party to the case. They need either true or certified copies of all filings/orders. ...... "e-True, e-Inspection, e-RTI" is available on High Court website, but portal needs person needs to add their name and Indian mobile number/address (don't have). What's the best way to do this? If hire someone locally, is there a way to avoid creating a "record on the docket" like a vakalatnama to maintain confidentiality..
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Answer #1
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Hi there, there no need to sign any vakalatnama to get certified copy of the case. In order to provide you with best possible way to get the copy please contact me and provide details as to case, fir no. etc.
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Answer #3
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The person may obtain certified copies through the High Court Copying Agency or via the e-True Copy/e-Inspection facility on the High Court portal. If they are outside India and do not have an Indian mobile number, they may engage a local advocate or authorized clerk to apply for certified copies. In such cases, a vakalatnama is generally not mandatory if the advocate is only applying for copies and not appearing in the matter. Alternatively, an RTI application may also be filed to obtain copies of orders or records.
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Answer #4
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In a quashed FIR matter, certified copies of the petition, orders, and final quashing judgment form part of the judicial record and can be obtained through lawful channels. Since the person is outside India and does not have an Indian mobile number or address, the following are the practical options: Through a Local Advocate A local advocate at the concerned High Court can apply for certified copies in the Copying Section. If the advocate is only applying for certified copies and not appearing in any live proceedings (since the matter is already disposed of), filing a vakalatnama is generally not mandatory. A vakalatnama is required when the advocate formally represents a party in pending proceedings. Applying for copies does not usually create any fresh entry or appearance record in the disposed case. Through an Authorized Representative The person abroad can execute: • A simple authorization letter, or • A Power of Attorney (notarized/apostilled if required) The authorized representative in India can then apply for certified copies at the High Court Copying Branch. This also avoids filing a vakalatnama in the case. Applying as a Third Party In many High Courts, certified copies of final orders (especially in criminal matters) may be obtained even by third parties unless the record is sealed. The Copying Section may require: • Identity proof • Case details • Court fee However, confidentiality is limited because judicial records are generally public unless specifically sealed by court order. Regarding e-True / e-Inspection / e-RTI Portals These portals often require Indian mobile OTP verification. If the person does not have an Indian number, a practical solution is to use a local authorized person’s mobile number for portal registration. The certified copies issued through the system remain official court copies. On Maintaining Confidentiality Since the FIR has already been quashed and the case disposed of: • Applying for certified copies does not reopen the matter. • It does not revive proceedings. • It does not create litigation unless a fresh application is filed. A vakalatnama becomes necessary only if representation is entered in a live or fresh proceeding. In summary, certified copies can be obtained through a local advocate or authorized representative without formally re-entering the case record, provided no fresh proceedings are initiated.
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Answer #5
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yes, you can find the record. You have to share all the relevant information regarding the case and parties to get certified. You have to file an application for getting the same and there are some rules for certified for applying certified, you have to follow them then you will get certified copy of your case
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