Cybercrime work in Pakistan now runs primarily through the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act, 2016. The statute creates offences for unauthorised access, identity fraud, harassment, and speech-related crimes subject to constitutional limits. Investigations often involve the FIA Cybercrime Wing and digital forensics units.
Online fraud, fake investment portals, and romance scams produce voluminous bank trails. Hacking and data theft cases need preservation orders and chain-of-custody discipline. Defamation and blackmail on social media raise both criminal complaints and civil remedies depending on client goals.
We act for complainants who need a proper FIR and for accused persons who need a controlled response to coercive investigation.
What We Handle
- FIR drafting and follow-up with the FIA Cybercrime Wing on electronic fraud and impersonation
- Defence in PECA investigations and charge sheets where facts are disputed
- Harassment, blackmail, and stalking complaints involving digital evidence
- Identity theft and payment app misuse with bank liaison where useful
- Data access disputes involving employees and former employees
- Social media defamation strategy, including takedown steps where platforms respond
- Coordination with NR3C and provincial cyber units when jurisdiction overlaps
- Bail and trial representation in courts that hear PECA offences
Our Approach
We secure screenshots, metadata where available, and bank SMS logs in an organised index. The Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act, 2016 cases rise or fall on admissible digital proof and witness linking.
For complainants, we focus on a coherent FIR narrative and follow-through with investigation officers. For accused clients, we test the chronology, device control, and intent elements before advising on plea or trial.
We do not advise illegal surveillance or evidence tampering. We work within the Criminal Procedure Code framework that applies to police investigation and court trial.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I go to the police or FIA first?
Most electronic offences under PECA are investigated by the FIA Cybercrime Wing. Local police may still register parallel FIRs in some facts. We choose the forum that matches the offence and jurisdiction rules.
Can a WhatsApp chat be used in court?
It can be evidence if properly exhibited and authenticated. We explain how to preserve chats and how opposing counsel may challenge them.
What if someone forged my CNIC for a SIM or wallet?
You need a documented trail to the operator and to law enforcement. We help frame the complaint and coordinate identity restoration steps.
Is deleting posts after a dispute a good idea?
Sometimes deletion helps mitigation. Sometimes it looks like spoliation. We advise case by case before you touch the record.
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