Husband got an exparte divorce, can dowry be claimed back?

744 votes

Hi madam.

Immediately you go and file set aside the exparte order.

Advocate D Parthibhan LawRato

880 votes

It is possible. Dowry harassment is an OFFENCE, unlike the divorce case. The divorce proceedings are distinct from the dowry demand.

you may file a complaint in the local police station, or otherwise directly file a private complaint before the magistrate with the help of an attorney.

LawRato LawRato

979 votes

Firstly you can file a petition to set aside the exparte decree of divorce. When did he get the divorce? Has he remarried? You can file a case for dowry harassment against him but I need more details so that I can give you proper advice. If you are in Chennai and need any further assistance then you can contact me.

Advocate Suchit Palande LawRato

641 votes

Yes. You can file an application to seaside the exparte decree obtained by your husband with the your knowledge. Definitely the case will be reopen and you can contest the case on merits. Whatever the amount and articles given by your side as dowry during the marriage can be claime from your husband.

Advocate Selvaperumal LawRato

879 votes

First you take steps to cancel the ex parte divorce. You need to go the Court and expose your husband that he fraudulently obtained Divorce Order without intimation to you. You can also lodge a complaint with the police and prosecute your husband under Dowry Prohibition Act.

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