What legal actions can be taken against harassment and threats?
My father, an ex-army personnel, passed away on January 18, 2023. My mother lives alone in her home, which is solely registered in her name. However, my brother’s wife has been mentally and physically harassing her, pressuring her to transfer the property into her name. She frequently abuses and insults my mother, has physically assaulted her, and even threatened to force my brother to commit suicide or file a false dowry harassment case if the property isn’t transferred. This has created a hostile environment for my mother, causing immense mental and emotional distress, and she is also trying to alienate my brother from her to further manipulate the situation.
Your mother can file a complaint under the Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act, 2007, which provides protection against abuse and property-related harassment of elderly persons. Additionally, she can file an FIR under IPC Sections 498A (cruelty), 506 (criminal intimidation), and 323 (voluntarily causing hurt), and seek a restraining order against your sister-in-law through the local magistrate's court. Given the threats of false dowry cases, it's advisable to document all instances of harassment and have your mother make a written will to prevent future property disputes.
Sir, your mother should file a police complaint for harassment, assault, and threats, including dowry harassment. She can also seek protection under the Domestic Violence Act for physical and mental abuse and she should consult an expert family lawyer who will assist in preventing property transfer and securing her rights. For further legal assistance contact us on our helpline number.
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