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domestic abuse and cruelty in marriage


16-Oct-2025 (In Divorce Law)
i am facing severe domestic issues,including restrictions on my freedom of movement,access to phone, being forbidden to visit my parents.my in-laws are demanding 30 lakhs citing the expenses for my wedding.i feel traped in an abusive situation and i am unsure about my rights and options. i would like to know what legal steps i can take to protect myself ,especially in the case of potential divorce given my current circumstances
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Answer #1
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I truly understand how distressing this situation must be for you. Please remember — you are not alone and the law is fully on your side to protect you from such abuse and dowry demands. You can immediately approach the Women Police Station under the DV Act for protection, residence, and maintenance orders. The demand for ₹30 lakhs is a criminal offence under the Dowry Prohibition Act — a complaint can be filed for the same. You may also seek divorce on grounds of cruelty and harassment, if you wish to move forward legally. Your safety and dignity come first. I can assist you in preparing the complaint, legal notice, and protection request to ensure your rights are safeguarded.
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Answer #2
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You are facing clear domestic cruelty and unlawful dowry demand. Immediately file a Domestic Violence Complaint under the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005 for protection, residence, and maintenance. Also lodge a dowry harassment complaint under Section 498A IPC & Section 3/4 Dowry Prohibition Act at the local police station or Women Police Station. You can also seek interim protection orders and monetary relief through the Magistrate Court. In case you wish to proceed for divorce, you can file for divorce on cruelty grounds and claim maintenance and return of stridhan. Do not tolerate abuse—law strongly safeguards your rights.
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Answer #3
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If you have evidence that they are demanding 30lakhs then we can file a dowry case and as you said you said you are restricted by your in-laws then you can file Domestic violence and also approach us we will help you in divorce
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Answer #4
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hi if they are trying to restrict your freedom snf personal life and harassing you then you could file for divorce on grounds of pbysical and mental cruelty and also for maintenance and for other reliefs
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