Facing harassment, abuse, or false accusations under domestic violence or dowry laws can be overwhelming. In many cases the allegations and actions are not just confined to the courts but also the fights between the couple reaches the police station with the complaint and the FIR gets filed against the husband and his entire family. At Advocate Bindu Dubey & Associates, we provide strong legal representation for both victims and accused individuals in Domestic Violence (DV Act) cases and 498A Dowry Harassment across Navi Mumbai.
For Women Victims:
For the Accused (Husband or In-Laws):
We have handled cases and kept our clients out of the jail in 498A and Dowry Cases while keeping their criminal record clear. Every problem and case can be different, our experts can surely identify and ensure the maximum that they can do to safeguard you.
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Yes. The Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005 extends protection to women in live-in relationships or any domestic/shared household, even if the relationship is not legally registered as a marriage.
If you’re facing a false dowry allegation, we can help you file for anticipatory bail, initiate a counter-case, or seek quashing of FIR in the High Court under relevant provisions. The courts are increasingly cautious against misuse of 498A IPC.
Interim orders for maintenance or right to residence can be obtained within 3 to 6 months, depending on the case complexity and the court’s urgency. Immediate relief can also be sought in emergency or cruelty-based situations.
Proof of marriage or live-in relationship (wedding certificate, photos, affidavits), Medical records & injury reports (if physical abuse occurred), Communication Proof (WhatsApp chats, emails, call recordings), Previous Incidents Proof (Complaints, police reports, or diary entries)
Yes. Even if you’re not currently living together, you can still file a DV case if the abuse happened while you were part of a domestic relationship or if you face harassment post-separation.
Yes. You can directly approach the Magistrate under Section 18 of the DV Act to seek a protection order. No FIR is mandatory to begin the civil DV case process.
You can seek: Protection from violence, Right to reside in shared household, Monetary relief (maintenance), Custody of children, Compensation for mental/physical harm, Emergency shelter and legal aid
Yes, if the complainant is living with family, relatives or dependents can be included as co-applicants or beneficiaries of protection orders.
Violation of a DV court order is a criminal offence under Section 31 of the DV Act and may lead to imprisonment up to one year and/or fine.
Yes. If the wife is qualified, earning well, or intentionally unemployed, the court may deny or reduce maintenance. Each case is decided based on financial facts.