Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a real court?

No. The Petty Court of Daily Grievances is a satirical platform. Our verdicts are generated by AI and carry no legal weight. If you need an actual lawyer, we respectfully suggest you find one. They are more expensive but significantly more legally recognised.

Can I actually sue my flatmate using this?

You can file a case against your flatmate here, and you will receive a very official-looking verdict. Whether you choose to frame it and hang it in the kitchen is entirely up to you. Legally speaking, however, your flatmate is under no obligation to comply. Morally speaking, that is between them and the Court.

What happens after I file a complaint?

The Court's AI judicial system reviews your grievance with the gravity it deserves (which is significant), deliberates briefly, and issues a formal verdict styled as an Indian district court notice. Complete with case number, judicial signature, and stamp. You can then download it, share it, or send it directly to the accused via WhatsApp.

What does "Unforgivable" severity mean?

It means you are very upset. The Court treats Unforgivable offences with the appropriate level of dramatic judicial language. Expect phrases like "constitutes a betrayal of the most fundamental social compact" and "this Court has rarely encountered conduct of such brazen audacity." We do not hold back.

Can the accused appeal?

Yes. Every verdict can be appealed to the Court of Appeal, Petty Division, presided over by Hon. Chief Justice S. Krishnamurthy. The Chief Justice reviews the original verdict and may uphold, overturn, or modify it. In practice, the Chief Justice tends to agree with Justice Iyengar but in more elaborate language.

Can the accused counter-file?

Absolutely. The Court strongly encourages counter-complaints. If you have been served a notice, you may file a counter-case against the original complainant. This is how things escalate properly. The Court has no jurisdiction to stop either party from filing indefinitely.

Are my complaints anonymous?

Your complaints appear on the Public Wall with the name of the accused and the charge, but not your name. You are simply "The People." As it should be. The People have grievances. The People have spoken.

Can I file a complaint about a celebrity? A politician? My ex?

You may file against anyone. The Court does not discriminate on the basis of fame, political office, or romantic history. Justice is blind. The Court's AI, however, has read extensively about human nature and will take your grievance very seriously regardless of the accused's social standing.

My verdict says NOT GUILTY. I disagree.

The Court understands your frustration. The Court also notes that a Not Guilty verdict does not mean the accused is a good person. It means the evidence as presented did not meet the Court's threshold for conviction. You are welcome to appeal. The Court of Appeal has been known to be more sympathetic.

Is the downloaded PNG admissible as evidence anywhere?

It is not admissible in any court of law, HR department, or lease renewal negotiation. It is, however, extremely satisfying to send. We have received reports of it being printed, framed, and presented at birthday parties. The Court considers this a feature.

How do I get my case removed from the public wall?

The Court's records are public and permanent, in the great tradition of judicial transparency. If you are the accused and you find your listing uncomfortable, the Court suggests this discomfort may itself be a form of justice. You are also welcome to counter-file.

Who made this?

The Petty Court was founded by someone who had one too many experiences with Reply-All emails and decided the world needed a formal outlet. The Court was founded on the belief that every grievance, no matter how small, deserves to be taken extremely seriously by someone. That someone is us. The dignity is entirely artificial.