Advocate Samuel Mashih

Questions Answered by Advocate Samuel Mashih (25+ answers)

Q: A married women blackmailing me

Sir i came in relationship with a married women and m unmarried but due to her rude behaviour i dont want to continue but she threaten me to share pics chats and blackmailing me or bolti h Tera sb barbad krdungi sir kya kru Mai mentally tortured hora hu bhot

Advocate Samuel Mashih answered
You are legally protected under Indian law from blackmail, threats, and mental harassment. If the married woman you were in a relationship with is now threatening to share your private chats or photos and is mentally torturing you, you can file a complaint under Sections 384 (blackmail), 506 (criminal intimidation) of the IPC, and Sections 66E & 67 of the IT Act for misuse of private content. Collect all evidence such as chats, messages, or voice notes, and approach the nearest police station to file a complaint. Avoid further contact, do not respond emotionally, and consult a lawyer if needed to send a legal notice or file for a restraining order to protect your dignity, privacy, and mental peace.You may also file a written application with the local police stating you are being harassed and blackmailed so that she cannot misuse the law or file a false FIR against you.In case the threats continue, you can request the court for an injunction or restraining order to prevent her from sharing anything publicly.

Q: I am not happy with my wife, due to mental torture, not cruelty.

I am seeking a divorce from my wife due to persistent mental distress caused by her behavior and mindset. While there has been no physical abuse or cruelty, her actions and way of thinking have created an unbearable emotional and psychological strain in our marriage.I want to emphasize that I have never inflicted any harm upon her, nor have I ever taken any dowry. However, despite my best efforts, I find myself unable to continue in this relationship due to the ongoing emotional hardship.

Advocate Samuel Mashih answered
You have a valid ground to seek divorce under Section 13(1)(i-a) of the Hindu Marriage Act, which recognizes mental cruelty as a legal basis for ending a marriage even in the absence of physical violence. Your continued emotional suffering, despite sincere efforts to maintain the relationship, can be presented in court through your experiences, evidence, or witness support. Since there’s no history of dowry or violence on your part, your position is strong. If mutual consent isn’t possible, you can proceed with a contested divorce, and the law will support your right to live in peace and dignity.

Q: Police loud siren at night affecting me

serious concern regarding frequent and unnecessary use of police sirens in my area during late-night hours. These sirens are often used without any visible emergency and have been causing constant disturbance to my sleep, affecting my health and well-being. What should i do? Can i file criminal case? Can i file civil case?

Advocate Samuel Mashih answered
Start with a formal complaint letter and an RTI application. If the issue continues, consult a lawyer to explore a public interest litigation (PIL) or a complaint before the State Human Rights Commission.