Legal Templates & Downloads

Simple, professional documents to help you take the first step.

FollowUps provides a set of easy-to-use legal templates designed for individuals who wish to begin the process of correcting outdated or defamatory online content after acquittal. These templates help you communicate with platforms, search engines, and intermediaries before you seek formal legal representation.

Each template has been drafted in clear, simple language, suitable for ordinary citizens while maintaining legal correctness.

How These Templates Help

  • You get ready-made notices for digital takedowns

  • You can write to websites, media houses, and intermediaries

  • You can submit de-indexing requests to search engines

  • You can prepare your documents before consulting an advocate

  • You can save time and reduce initial legal expenses

All templates can be used by individuals, parents, family members, NGOs, or legal professionals.

Available Templates

1. Takedown Notice to News Website (Post-Acquittal)

Purpose:
To request removal or correction of an outdated or defamatory article from any digital media platform after acquittal.

Best For:

  • Media articles

  • Sensational headlines

  • Incorrect or incomplete crime reports

  • Old news not updated with acquittal

Includes:

  • Case details

  • Grounds for takedown

  • Acquittal reference

  • Request for correction

  • Platform obligations

👉 Download (PDF / DOCX) (to be uploaded when ready)

2. Takedown Request to Blog / Forum Administrator

Purpose:
To request deletion of defamatory posts, comments or threads from blogs, forums, or personal websites.

Best For:

  • Personal blogs

  • Public forums

  • Reddit-style platforms

  • Comment sections

👉 Download (PDF / DOCX)

3. Social Media Content Removal Request Template

Purpose:
To request removal of harmful posts on:

  • Facebook

  • YouTube

  • Instagram

  • Twitter/X

  • WhatsApp Groups

  • Community Pages

Includes:

  • Link details

  • Explanation of harm

  • Court acquittal summary

  • Platform policy references

👉 Download (PDF / DOCX)

4. Google De-Indexing Request Format (Right to be Forgotten – Acquittal)

Purpose:
To submit a formal request to Google for removal of specific URLs from name-based search results.

Includes:

  • Personal information section

  • Legal basis

  • Harm explanation

  • URL index

  • Declaration

👉 Download (PDF / DOCX)

5. Privacy & Dignity Representation Letter (Non-Litigation)e

Purpose:
For individuals seeking correction without engaging in litigation.

Useful For:

  • First approach to a publisher

  • Pre-litigation communication

  • RTBF consultation

👉 Download (PDF / DOCX)

6. Document Checklist – Digital Defamation Cases

Purpose:
Helps individuals compile all necessary documents to start the takedown and de-indexing process.

Checklist Includes:

  • Certified acquittal order

  • URLs of harmful content

  • Screenshots

  • ID proof

  • Employment or academic rejection proof (if any)

  • Past correspondence

  • Contact details

👉 Download (PDF / DOCX)

7. Affidavit of Harm (Optional Template)

Purpose:
A self-declaration describing the harm caused by outdated online content, necessary for certain High Court petitions and RTBF representations.

Includes:

  • Personal details

  • Nature of harm

  • Impact on career / social life / family

  • Verification clause

👉 Download (PDF / DOCX)

How to Use These Templates

  • Identify the type of content you want removed.

  • Select the correct template from the list above.

  • Fill your details in the spaces provided.

  • Attach your acquittal order and supporting documents.

  • Send the notice to the platform using their official email/contact form.

  • Wait for their response (usually 3–7 days).

  • If they do not respond, contact FollowUps for further assistance.

Important Legal Disclaimer

These templates are for general use only.
They do not replace professional legal advice and do not create an advocate–client relationship.
Every platform applies its own policy, and outcomes may vary based on facts, evidence and legal requirements.

For personalised assistance, please contact us via the official intake form.

Need Help Using These Templates?

If you are unsure which template to use, or if your case requires formal legal intervention, our team is here to help.

👉 Request Assistance
👉 contact@samvidhansesamadhaan.com