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Hello Sir/Madam, I have already issued a legal notice to my husband and in-laws regarding domestic cruelty and mental harassment. They are falsely accusing me of having an affair based on old friendly chats and one message I had sent in anger saying, "I'm characterless" — which was never true. I was sent away from my matrimonial home during pregnancy. Even after the delivery, neither my husband nor my in-laws took any responsibility or inquired about me or the child. I have taken this legal step to protect my dignity and secure my daughter’s rights. Now, I would like to know: • What should be my next legal step? • Can I proceed with filing a Domestic Violence (DV) complaint? • What if they try to file false counter-cases against me? • I have already sent them a legal notice. They met my advocate personally and stated they are not willing to take me back. My advocate suggested a common meeting at his office, but there has been no response from my husband or in-laws since then. Thank you.
You should now proceed with filing a Domestic Violence (DV) complaint under the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005. You can also file for maintenance for yourself and your child under Section 144 of BNSS. If they file false counter-cases, your lawyer can seek anticipatory bail and defend you with your evidence and prior legal notice. For further legal assistance contact us on our helpline number.