Supreme Court Grants Protection to Man Accused of Rape by Ex-Wife
The Supreme Court granted protection to a man accused of rape by his ex-wife, highlighting the delay in filing the FIR and suggesting it may be an attempt to harass and extort him.
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Madhya Pradesh High Court Rules Husband Not Liable for Rape, Dismisses ‘Unnatural Sex’ Allegations
The Madhya Pradesh High Court ruled that a husband cannot be held liable for rape under IPC, stating that non-consensual acts between a husband and wife cannot automatically be classified as unnatural sex. The court dismissed the FIR filed by the wife of Madhya Pradesh MLA Umang Singhar.
Calcutta High Court Issues Guidelines for Arrest in Cruelty Cases Under Section 498A; No Automatic Arrest Allowed
The Calcutta High Court has issued detailed guidelines for arrests in cruelty cases under Section 498A of IPC, emphasizing that arrests should not be automatic. Police must ensure proper checks and follow specific procedures before arresting an individual.
Bombay High Court Orders Release of Man Held in Rehab by Wife Amid Marital Issues
The Bombay High Court ordered the release of a man who was forcibly detained in a rehab center by his wife, citing the absence of medical evidence to justify his stay. The court found that the man’s detention was based solely on his wife’s orders amid marital issues.
Second Marriage During Existing First Marriage is Rape, Not Just Bigamy: Bombay HC
The Bombay High Court ruled that marrying a second time while the first marriage is still valid amounts to both bigamy and rape. The court emphasized that the man’s deceitful behavior, including false promises of divorce, led to the establishment of a non-consensual relationship.
Supreme Court Quashes Section 498A IPC Case Against In-Laws, Citing Malicious Intent by Former Wife
The Supreme Court quashed a Section 498A IPC case filed by a woman against her former in-laws, citing inconsistencies in her allegations and finding that her intent was to harm them. The court noted the delay in filing the complaint and the malicious motives behind the accusations.
Bombay High Court Grants Bail to 22-Year-Old Student in Rape Case
The Bombay High Court granted bail to a 22-year-old student in a rape case, citing possible consensual relations and the influence of the victim’s ex-boyfriend in filing the FIR. The court observed that the student had been in custody for over a year and noted the delay in lodging the complaint.
Kerala High Court Rules Divorced Wife Cannot Claim Residence in Shared Household
The Kerala High Court has ruled that a divorced wife cannot claim residence in her former matrimonial home. The court upheld a Family Court’s order to evict her, stating that the property belongs to the ex-husband’s family, and she has no legal right to continue living there.
Gujarat High Court: Woman Can File Cruelty Case Under Section 498A IPC After Divorce for Incidents During Marriage
The Gujarat High Court has ruled that a woman can file a cruelty case under Section 498A of the IPC even after divorce, but only for incidents that occurred while the marriage was still valid. The court quashed an FIR for lack of evidence showing harassment during the marriage.
Delhi High Court Criticizes Police for Wrongful Booking of Father and Grandmother in Child’s Death Case
The Delhi High Court slammed the police for falsely implicating a father and grandmother in the death of a 2-year-old child, stating there was no evidence supporting their conviction. The court acquitted them and urged the prosecution to avoid filing appeals without merit.