Domestic violence and abusive behaviour

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Domestic violence and abusive behaviour

28-Sep-2025 (In Divorce Law)

Husband and inlaws abusive , violence insults and dowry demands ..forced sexual relations marriage 6 months old ...DV case i filed notice issued ...what I can do to obtain divorce as don't want to resume marriage with him ..pls advise .

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Advocate Rahul Kumar Singh LawRato · Accepted Answer · 2025-09-28T21:33:33+05:30

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Hello !! yes you can file a case divorce on the basis of cruelty in the family court. you can file a detailed petition and explain the atrocities done to you by your in laws and husband in that respective petition yes court in these cases grant divorce Thank You Rahul Kumar Singh Advocate

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Advocate Ishan Parashar LawRato · Accepted Answer · 2025-09-28T22:36:13+05:30

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Hi there, if you have already filled the DV case then all you need is to file a divorce petition. It's advisable to file the divorce petition along with maintenance application. However to provide appropriate advice I'll need more information as to facts and ongoing DV case. It's advisable to contact me and provide more details to assist you better.

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Advocate Paras Mahalwal LawRato · Accepted Answer · 2025-09-28T23:49:48+05:30

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You have already filed a DV case which will support your divorce petition. You can file a divorce case in the Family Court under Section 13(1)(ia) of the Hindu Marriage Act on grounds of cruelty, dowry harassment and forced relations. Your pending DV case will act as strong evidence. You may also seek maintenance under Section 24/25 HMA or Section 125 CrPC. In addition, you can pursue criminal remedies under Section 498A IPC for dowry harassment if not already filed. You need not continue this marriage if you do not wish to.

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Dr Ajay Kumar Pandey LawRato · Accepted Answer · 2025-09-29T01:03:47+05:30

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You already filed a DV case which strengthens your position. For divorce, you can file a petition under Sec. 13 HMA citing cruelty, dowry harassment & forced relations. Since marriage is under 1 year, you will need to seek court’s permission (leave of court) to file before 1 year. Simultaneously you may proceed with 498A IPC, 406 IPC & dowry laws for criminal action. You can also claim maintenance, residence & protection orders. Strong evidence of abuse will support your divorce and ensure your safety.

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Advocate Vishali Verma LawRato · Accepted Answer · 2025-09-29T01:09:58+05:30

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Hi, I have been handling such kind of cases from long , you can file multiple cases against your husband like DV, Maintenance, Divorce etc. To file Divorce an application with respect to your jurisdiction need to be moved. I have brought multiple relief for my clients, even from Delhi High Court. Further, steps can be discussed in detail on call.

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