A woman advocate in Ahmedabad finds herself embroiled in a deepening legal controversy, with police registering a fresh First Information Report (FIR) against her on Sunday. This new case relates to a traffic violation incident from last month, adding to the legal troubles that began with a separate, viral confrontation with police personnel earlier in December.
Sequence of Events: From November Helmet Dispute to December Confrontation
The chain of events traces back to November 14, when the advocate was stopped by traffic personnel at Shyamal Crossroads for riding a two-wheeler without a helmet. According to police officials, when the staff attempted to issue a challan (fine), a technical glitch prevented its completion. They allege that the woman resorted to abusing the on-duty personnel, obstructed their work, and issued threats before leaving the spot.
The matter gained fresh momentum after a second incident on December 19. The woman was again involved in a heated argument with traffic police at a busy city junction. Videos of this confrontation spread rapidly across social media platforms. This led to the registration of an initial FIR against her for charges including obstructing a public servant, using obscene language, and criminal intimidation. In response, the advocate filed a cross-complaint alleging misconduct by the involved police personnel.
Revisiting the Past: Fresh FIR Based on November Incident
Prompted by the December altercation and the circulation of the videos, traffic police officials reviewed past records. This review brought the November 14 incident back into focus. Consequently, a separate FIR was registered on Sunday based on a formal complaint by the woman constable who was on duty at Shyamal Crossroads that day.
In her complaint, the constable stated that the advocate not only refused to follow traffic rules but also repeatedly abused and threatened her while she was performing her official duties. Both FIRs have been registered under relevant sections of the new Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, and the Motor Vehicles Act. Police officials mentioned they are examining the woman's alleged pattern of confrontations with traffic personnel as part of the ongoing investigation.
Fallout and Investigation
The situation has led to action on both sides. In a related development, a traffic policeman has been suspended. This disciplinary action came after a video from the December 19 altercation surfaced, showing him slapping the woman advocate during the heated exchange.
The case now involves two separate legal complaints stemming from two distinct incidents, with police probing the broader conduct of the individual involved. The use of the newly enacted Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita adds a contemporary legal dimension to the proceedings. The investigation continues as authorities piece together the complete narrative from both alleged violations and the intervening viral episode.
