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Process to file a Defamation Suit Across States


10-Sep-2023 (In Criminal Law)
My female neighbour has submitted a false complaint that my family members, physically assaulted her, and threatened to kill her and her kids had recorded this whole event. Even the police is not listening to her. Her complaint wasn't accepted because of no evidence as this never happened. She has published this claim in a newspaper as well in Gwalior. Can I file a defamation suit against her to ruining my reputation and demand compensation for 50 lakhs ?
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Answer #1
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Hello As per the definition of the defamation, according to the Indian law existing in this country, since she has made this claim in a newspaper in Gwalior and has come to the public domain, you can very well file a suit for defamation and press for criminal charges against her. Also the first step is to send the legal notice so that you can also file a civil suit also for damages at a later stage along with the criminal charges for defamation, if you want. Thank you
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Answer #2
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hi advocate sumit goyal this side sorry to hear about your whole event . you can eventually procced for legal procedding , if you need any advise or consultant please feel free to contact us . at the given number we are here to help you dont worry.
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Answer #3
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yes you can file a defamation suit under section 499 IPC Act 1862, against your neighbour for a false complaint filed against you and your family. and you can file defamation through as well as you can file a mental harassment and you can also file a cross FIR.
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Answer #4
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The demand for compensation can be anything just that it depends on the kind of suit you wish to go for. Ideally the court in Gwalior will not be granting that compensation but it is advisable to consult a learned counsel who can guide you better for this scope if the case pertains to Delhi then an amount of INR 50 lakh will not be a problem
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Answer #5
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if you have all the evidence mentioned in you question than definitely you can file civil as well as criminal case agaist that lady. the amount of compensation depend on your reputation in the society.
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