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Domestic Violence Act Applications

To Obtain Domestic Violence Act Applications, Kindly Provide the Following Details:

1. Personal Details of the Complainant (Aggrieved Woman):

  • Full name
  • Age and date of birth
  • Residential address
  • Relationship with the respondent (e.g., wife, partner, daughter-in-law)
  • Contact details

2. Details of the Respondent(s):

  • Full name(s)
  • Age
  • Relationship with complainant
  • Residential address(es)
  • Employment details (if known)

3. Domestic Relationship Proof (Any One):

  • Marriage certificate (if married)
  • Joint utility bills or rental agreements
  • Photographs or affidavits proving cohabitation
  • Birth certificates of children (if applicable)

4. Incident Details:

  • Date(s), time(s), and place(s) of abuse
  • Nature of abuse (physical, verbal, emotional, sexual, or economic)
  • Description of ongoing threats or harassment
  • Details of any past police complaints or FIRs

5. Relief Sought Under the Act:

  • Protection order
  • Residence order (right to stay in the shared household)
  • Monetary relief (for medical expenses, maintenance, etc.)
  • Custody of child(ren)
  • Compensation for injuries or trauma

6. Supporting Evidence (if available):

  • Medical records or injury reports
  • Police complaints/FIRs
  • Witness statements or affidavits
  • Photographs of injuries or damaged property
  • Audio/video recordings (if any)

7. Other Relevant Documents:

  • ID proof (Aadhaar card, passport, etc.)
  • Bank account details (if monetary relief is claimed)
  • Any previous court orders (if related matters are pending)

For inquiries or submission, contact us at: Email: [email protected] & Phone/WhatsApp: +91 70452 82751

1. What is the Domestic Violence Act, 2005?

It’s a law enacted to protect women from domestic abuse—physical, emotional, sexual, verbal, or economic—within household relationships.

2. Who can file a complaint under the Act?

Any woman who is or has been in a domestic relationship and has faced abuse can file a complaint, including wives, daughters, mothers, and live-in partners.

3. Can I file a complaint against in-laws or relatives?

Yes. The Act allows complaints against not just the husband/partner, but also in-laws or other relatives responsible for the abuse.

4. What kinds of abuse are covered?

  • Physical abuse
  • Verbal or emotional abuse
  • Sexual abuse
  • Economic abuse (e.g., withholding money, not allowing work)
  • Threats or harassment

5. Where can I file the complaint?

You can approach:

  • A Protection Officer
  • A Police Station
  • A Magistrate’s Court (First Class)
    You can also file through NGOs or legal aid centers.

6. Do I need a lawyer to file under this Act?

It’s not mandatory, but a lawyer can help present your case better and secure stronger legal protection.

7. What reliefs can I get through this Act?

  • Protection order (stop abuse)
  • Residence order (stay in shared household)
  • Monetary relief and maintenance
  • Custody of children
  • Compensation for mental trauma

8. Is the Act applicable to live-in relationships?

Yes. Women in live-in relationships are covered if the relationship is “in the nature of marriage.”

9. What is the role of a Protection Officer?

A Protection Officer helps the survivor with filing the complaint, accessing medical aid, legal aid, shelter homes, and representing her in court.

10. Can the case be withdrawn later?

Yes, with the permission of the court. Parties can also opt for settlement if allowed under the law.