Can a deserted wife claim maintenance without reason under section 125?

Can deserted wife claim maintenance without any reason? How long will a 125 maintenance case take to decide? If the wife makes false allegations in the 125 maintenance case, what effect will it have? Can a 125 maintenance case be transferred from one district to another?

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Advocate By LEAD INDIA Answered: 13 Feb 2025

A deserted wife can claim maintenance under Section 125 if she is financially dependent. The case can take 6 months to a year. False allegations may affect the wife’s credibility and maintenance cases can be transferred to another district if required by the court. For further legal assistance contact us on our helpline number.
 

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