The Kerala High Court has held that a 50% maintenance deposit as a condition for condoning delay cannot ordinarily be imposed on an appellant, since it fetters the statutory right of appeal. Kochi: The Kerala High Court has set aside a Sessions Court order that refused to condone delay in a domestic violence appeal because […]
The Delhi High Court has ruled that a daughter-in-law cannot claim an independent right to continue residing in her mother-in-law’s self-acquired property once the residential rights granted to her husband come to an end. The Court held that ownership rights of the mother-in-law cannot be defeated by such residential claims.
Today, On 18th February, The Supreme Court criticized states and Union Territories for failing to submit status reports on implementing the Domestic Violence Act. Expressing strong disapproval, the court emphasized the need for accountability in protecting victims’ rights. It directed authorities to ensure proper enforcement and support mechanisms for affected individuals. The bench warned of serious consequences for continued non-compliance.
The Supreme Court of India criticized a Magistrate’s issuance of bailable warrants against Alisha Berry in a domestic violence case filed by her mother-in-law under the D.V. Act. The Court deemed the warrants unnecessary and agreed to transfer the case from Delhi to Ludhiana, highlighting the quasi-criminal nature of D.V. proceedings.
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The Justice for Rights Foundation NGO filed an application in the Supreme Court regarding the criminalization of marital rape, voicing concerns over potential misuse of laws. They argue existing protections are sufficient and warn that new legal frameworks could lead to wrongful accusations, impacting the sanctity of marriage and mediation efforts.