Priya Can fake social media accounts be legally traced by the police in India, and what methods, legal procedures, and digital investigation techniques are used by law enforcement agencies to identify the person operating a fake online account?
Aditi Yes, fake social media accounts can be traced by police in India through legal investigation procedures and digital evidence. Key points: Police and cybercrime authorities can investigate fake accounts using digital information such as: IP addresses Mobile numbers linked with accounts Email IDs Device details and login information Transaction or communication records Investigators can request information from social media platforms through proper legal procedures. Screenshots, messages, posts, and other online activities can be used as evidence. Cybercrime experts may analyze digital footprints to identify the person behind a fake account. If the account is involved in crimes like harassment, fraud, threats, or impersonation, legal action can be taken against the person responsible.
