How to Unfreeze Bank Account After Cyber FIR in India
In recent times, many individuals and business owners have faced the unfortunate situation of having their bank accounts frozen or put on lien/hold due to a Cyber FIR (First Information Report) registered by cybercrime police. This can be a result of involvement—knowingly or unknowingly—in online scams , digital payment frauds , or suspicious transactions , especially related to gaming apps, UPI payments, or cryptocurrency (like USDT) deals. What Does a Frozen Bank Account Mean? When an FIR is registered under cybercrime charges, the cyber cell police can issue a notice to the bank under Section 91 of CrPC , instructing them to freeze or lien the suspected bank account. This means: No withdrawal or debit is allowed. The account holder cannot access funds. It is a part of the investigation process and not necessarily proof of guilt. Common Reasons for Bank Account Freeze in Cyber FIR Cases Receiving scam money (fraud calls, phishing, sextortion). Online betting, gaming, or lo...