Some forums require a separate sworn affidavit, not just a verification. The best sample format attaches this as a standalone document on stamp paper (where required).
AFFIDAVITI, [Name], Hindu, adult, residing at [address], do hereby solemnly affirm and state on oath:
DEPONENT
Sworn before me on [date]. [Notary Public / Commissioner of Oaths]
IN THE COURT OF THE [JUDICIAL MAGISTRATE FIRST CLASS / CHIEF JUDICIAL MAGISTRATE] AT [CITY/DISTRICT NAME]Criminal Misc. Case No. [Number]/[Year]
IN THE MATTER OF:
[Your Full Name] Son of/Daughter of/Wife of [Father's/Spouse's Name] Resident of [Complete Address] …….. Complainant / Informant
VERSUS
…….. Accused / Opposite Parties
PROTEST PETITION UNDER SECTION [173(8) CrPC / 193 BNSS] AGAINST THE FINAL REPORT (CANCELLATION REPORT) NO. [Number]/[Year] DATED [Date] IN FIR NO. [Number]/[Year] U/S [Sections of IPC/BNS] OF PS [Police Station Name]
The prayer is the most critical part of your format. A vague prayer gets you nowhere. Be specific. sample format of protest petition best
PRAYER
It is, therefore, most respectfully prayed that this Hon’ble Court may be pleased to:
AND FOR THIS ACT OF KINDNESS, THE COMPLAINANT AS IN DUTY BOUND SHALL EVER PRAY.
Most respectfully showeth:
1. BRIEF FACTS OF THE CASE: That the petitioner had lodged an FIR bearing No. _______ dated _______ at Police Station [Name] against the respondents for the commission of offences punishable under Sections [Insert Sections]. The FIR was registered based on a genuine dispute wherein the respondents [Briefly describe the crime—e.g., cheated the complainant of Rs. 5 Lakhs / committed trespass / etc.].
2. STATUS OF INVESTIGATION: That the investigation was conducted by [Name of Investigating Officer]. The petitioner cooperated fully with the investigation and provided all necessary documents/evidence including [List evidence: e.g., bank statements, emails, witness names].
3. GROUNDS FOR PROTEST: That the petitioner is aggrieved by the report submitted by the Investigating Officer. The petitioner submits that the investigation is tainted, biased, and incomplete. The Protest Petition is being filed on the following grounds:
4. LEGAL SUBMISSION: That under Section 173(8) of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC), the Court possesses the power to direct further investigation. It is settled law that the Magistrate is not bound by the opinion of the Police. The Court acts as a check on the police power, and if the investigation appears to be shoddy or motivated, the Court must intervene to secure justice for the victim.
5. PRAYER: In light of the above facts and circumstances, it is most respectfully prayed that this Hon’ble Court may be pleased to:
a) REJECT the Final Report/Charge-sheet submitted by the Investigating Officer in its current form; b) DIRECT the Investigating Officer to conduct a further investigation under Section 173(8) CrPC regarding the aspects mentioned above and file a Supplementary Report; c
filed in court (often in response to a police investigation) or a community-driven appeal for policy change. Change.org 1. Legal/Court Protest Petition (e.g., under CrPC)
This is a formal judicial document filed by a victim or complainant when they disagree with a police "closure report" that suggests no crime was committed. SSRN eLibrary Standard Format Components: Court Details : Name of the court and the presiding magistrate. Case Reference Some forums require a separate sworn affidavit, not
: FIR (First Information Report) number, date, and police station.
: Full names and addresses of the complainant (protestor) and the accused. Grounds of Objection
: A detailed list explaining why the police investigation was biased, incomplete, or ignored key evidence. Prayer (Request)
: Specific request for the court to reject the police report, order a further investigation, or take cognizance of the case directly. Verification/Affidavit
: A sworn statement by the complainant attesting that the contents are true. SSRN eLibrary 2. Community/Social Protest Petition Protest Petition-Rights of Complainant & Accused
This identifies the forum, the parties, and the case reference number.
IN THE [NAME OF COURT/AUTHORITY, e.g., HON'BLE DISTRICT COURT, CIVIL JUDGE’S COURT] AT [CITY/STATE]CASE/PROCEEDING NO.: [Number if known] IN THE MATTER OF: [Name of the main case, e.g., Estate of John Doe]
BETWEEN: [Petitioner’s Full Name] [Address] [Phone/Email] …… PETITIONER (Protestant)
AND: [Respondent’s Full Name/Official Title] [Address/Office Address] …… RESPONDENT (Proponent)
PROTEST PETITION UNDER [LAW/SECTION, e.g., Section 263 of the Succession Act]
Pro tip: Always leave a 1.5-inch margin on the left side for court stamps and notations. DEPONENT Sworn before me on [date]
This section must be numbered point-by-point. Each point is a legal or factual flaw in the police report. Here is a sample of the best language to use:
GROUNDS
A. BECAUSE the Investigating Officer has ignored material evidence on record, including the medical report (Annexure A) and CCTV footage (Annexure B), which clearly establish the assault.
B. BECAUSE the cancellation report is based on the erroneous conclusion that the dispute is civil in nature, whereas the complainant has clearly alleged criminal intimidation and hurt, which are separate from any civil liability.
C. BECAUSE the police failed to record statements of crucial independent witnesses, namely [Name 1] and [Name 2], whose affidavits are annexed herewith.
D. BECAUSE the IO’s reasoning that there is 'lack of evidence' is contradictory to the complainant’s verified written complaint and supporting documents.
E. BECAUSE the police have actively shielded the accused due to [State reason: political influence, personal relationship with IO, etc.].
F. BECAUSE this Hon’ble Court has the power to take cognizance of the offense directly upon a complaint/protest petition without relying on the police report, as held by Hon’ble Supreme Court in Bhagwant Singh vs. Commissioner of Police (1985) and H.S. Bains vs. State (UT Chandigarh) (1980).
I, [Your Name], the above-named petitioner, do hereby verify that the contents of this protest petition are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. No part of it is false or concealed. Signed on this day of [Date].
(Signature)
You must file the Protest Petition before the magistrate accepts the police's cancellation report. If the magistrate has already accepted the report, you have to file a revision petition (different format). Act fast.