Cybercrime in Pakistan is governed by the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act, 2016. It covers online harassment, sharing intimate images, fake profiles, hacking, electronic fraud and online defamation. Complaints are made to the FIA’s cybercrime authority, and cases are tried by courts designated under PECA. We act for victims and for people accused.
Who this is for
- Victims of online harassment, blackmail or impersonation
- People whose accounts have been hacked or misused
- Businesses hit by online fraud or data theft
- People who have received a cybercrime notice or been named in a PECA case
How the cyber crime (peca) process works
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Preserve the evidence
We help you take screenshots, links, account details and transaction records in a usable form.
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File the complaint
We draft and file the complaint with the cybercrime authority, with the evidence attached.
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Follow up the inquiry
We follow up so the inquiry moves and the offender is traced.
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Trial
We represent you before the designated court through trial.
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Defence
If you are accused, we respond to notices, seek bail and defend the case.
Documents you need
- ◆Screenshots showing the content, profile name and link
- ◆Your CNIC
- ◆Phone numbers, email addresses or account names involved
- ◆Bank or wallet records for fraud cases
Timeline and fees
| Timeline | Complaint verification and inquiry can take weeks to months. Urgent harassment cases may be acted on faster. |
|---|---|
| Fees | Quoted in writing after we review your documents. Court matters are quoted stage by stage (filing, evidence, arguments) so you know the cost of each step before it starts. |
| Governing law | Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act, 2016 · Pakistan Penal Code, 1860 |
Common cybercrime matters
- Harassment, blackmail and threats on social media and messaging apps
- Sharing or threatening to share private images
- Fake profiles and impersonation
- Hacking and unauthorised access to accounts
- Online banking and wallet fraud
Act quickly
Online evidence disappears. The sooner screenshots, links and account details are preserved, the stronger the complaint. Contact us as soon as possible.
The law in this area has been amended in recent years, and we advise on the current position for your case.
Frequently asked questions
How do I report online harassment in Pakistan?
File a complaint with the FIA cybercrime authority with screenshots, links and account details. An advocate can draft it so it meets the legal requirements.
Can a fake profile be removed?
Yes. Platforms can be asked to remove content, and the authorities can act under PECA. We can help with both.
Is online defamation a crime?
PECA contains offences relating to the dignity of a person online. Civil defamation remedies may also be available.
