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    Unfortunate That ‘Haath Mara’ Is Being Written In Every FIR: Delhi HC Slams Police For Gross Misuse Of Law Under Section 354
    Unfortunate That ‘Haath Mara’ Is Being Written In Every FIR: Delhi HC Slams Police For Gross Misuse Of Law Under Section 354
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    Unfortunate That ‘Haath Mara’ Is Being Written In Every FIR: Delhi HC Slams Police For Gross Misuse Of Law Under Section 354

    The Delhi High Court criticised police for routinely inserting the phrase “haath mara” in FIRs under Section 354, calling it a gross misuse of law and directing authorities to stop adding unverified allegations not endorsed by complainants.

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    Loss of Reputation and Incarceration Leave Lifetime Scars on the Accused: Delhi High Court on False Rape Cases
    Loss of Reputation and Incarceration Leave Lifetime Scars on the Accused: Delhi High Court on False Rape Cases
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    Loss of Reputation and Incarceration Leave Lifetime Scars on the Accused: Delhi High Court on False Rape Cases

    The Delhi High Court said false rape allegations can cause severe lifelong harm to an innocent accused, including loss of reputation, jail, social stigma and psychological trauma. It added such wounds cannot be healed by discharge or sympathy.

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    ‘Ineffective and Misused’: Supreme Court Flags Serious Gaps in India’s Anti-Dowry Laws
    ‘Ineffective and Misused’: Supreme Court Flags Serious Gaps in India’s Anti-Dowry Laws
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    ‘Ineffective and Misused’: Supreme Court Flags Serious Gaps in India’s Anti-Dowry Laws

    The Supreme Court said anti-dowry laws suffer from both poor enforcement and misuse, allowing the social evil to continue unchecked. Calling dowry eradication a constitutional necessity, the court issued strict directions for faster trials and stronger awareness measures.

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    Vague Allegations, Misuse of Law: Gujarat High Court Quashes FIR Against In-Laws in 498A Case
    Vague Allegations, Misuse of Law: Gujarat High Court Quashes FIR Against In-Laws in 498A Case
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    Vague Allegations, Misuse of Law: Gujarat High Court Quashes FIR Against In-Laws in 498A Case

    The Gujarat High Court quashed an FIR under Section 498A against a father-in-law and mother-in-law, citing vague allegations and lack of evidence. The judgment reinforces action against the misuse of law in matrimonial disputes.

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    ‘Criminal Law Ought Not to Become a Platform for Vindictive Proceedings’: SC Slams Misuse of Law, Quashes Cheating FIR Filed to Settle Personal Scores
    ‘Criminal Law Ought Not to Become a Platform for Vindictive Proceedings’: SC Slams Misuse of Law, Quashes Cheating FIR Filed to Settle Personal Scores
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    ‘Criminal Law Ought Not to Become a Platform for Vindictive Proceedings’: SC Slams Misuse of Law, Quashes Cheating FIR Filed to Settle Personal Scores

    Supreme Court warns against misuse of criminal law, quashes cheating FIR filed to settle personal scores, emphasizing that vindictive proceedings cannot be initiated without proven mens rea.

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    “Bill Is Liable To Be Misused And Is Illegal”: Experts Raise Alarm Over 30-Day Rule For Ministers
    “Bill Is Liable To Be Misused And Is Illegal”: Experts Raise Alarm Over 30-Day Rule For Ministers
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    Bill Liable to Be Misused and Illegal: Legal Exerts Warns on Stringent Bail Conditions

    Experts warn the Constitution (130th Amendment) Bill could be misused against Opposition leaders due to strict bail conditions. They caution the law undermines democratic safeguards and is legally flawed.

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    Fake 498A Case | "Vague, Frivolous & Actuated By Vengeance. A Gross Misuse of Law": P&H High Court Quashes False Cruelty Case Against Husband’s Family
    Fake 498A Case | "Vague, Frivolous & Actuated By Vengeance. A Gross Misuse of Law": P&H High Court Quashes False Cruelty Case Against Husband’s Family
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    Fake 498A Case | “Vague, Frivolous & Actuated By Vengeance. A Gross Misuse of Law”: P&H High Court Quashes False Cruelty Case Against Husband’s Family

    Punjab & Haryana High Court quashes fake 498A case, calling allegations vague, frivolous, and actuated by vengeance. The court terms it a gross misuse of law against the husband’s family.

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    "Misuse Won’t Be Tolerated: Delhi HC Fines Man Rs 10,000 for Abusing SC/ST Victim Compensation Scheme"
    "Misuse Won’t Be Tolerated: Delhi HC Fines Man Rs 10,000 for Abusing SC/ST Victim Compensation Scheme"
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    Misuse Won’t Be Tolerated: Delhi HC Fines Man Rs 10,000 for Abusing SC/ST Victim Compensation Scheme

    Delhi High Court imposes Rs 10,000 fine on Balbir Meena for misusing SC/ST Victim Compensation Scheme after settling the case. Court says such acts raise “grave doubts” and warns against future abuse of the law.

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    "Casual FIRs Damage Justice": Delhi HC Fines Woman for False Sex Assault Complaint Against Partner
    "Casual FIRs Damage Justice": Delhi HC Fines Woman for False Sex Assault Complaint Against Partner
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    “Casual FIRs Damage Justice”: Delhi HC Fines Woman for False Sex Assault Complaint Against Partner

    Delhi High Court quashes FIR and fines woman Rs 20,000 for casually accusing her live-in partner of sexual assault. Court warns such misuse of law harms justice system.

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    “Supreme Court Slams Misuse of Dowry Law: Warns Against Naming Husband’s Relatives Without Proof”

    The Supreme Court of India quashed a dowry harassment case due to vague accusations against the husband’s family. The bench criticized the trend of naming multiple relatives without clear evidence and emphasized that strong, specific allegations are essential. This judgment reflects the court’s stance against the misuse of dowry laws.

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