The Supreme Court criticized the misuse of Section 498A IPC, stating that general allegations in matrimonial disputes can lead to legal abuse. The judgment highlights the need for responsible application of the law.
The Bombay High Court quashed an FIR against a man’s girlfriend, stating she is not a relative and cannot be charged with cruelty under IPC Section 498A in a domestic violence case.
The Kerala High Court has allowed a man accused under IPC Section 498A to travel to Australia for higher studies, considering his cooperation with the investigation and lack of further objections from authorities.
The Calcutta High Court has issued guidelines to prevent automatic arrests in cases filed under Section 498A of the IPC. The court has emphasized that police must assess the necessity for arrest and follow strict protocols, ensuring compliance with the Supreme Court’s directives.
The Karnataka High Court dismissed an FIR filed by a married woman who claimed she was cheated by a man for breaking his promise of marriage. The court ruled that since she was already married, no such promise could be legally upheld.
The Bombay High Court ruled that Section 498A of IPC, which deals with cruelty to wives, cannot be made a compoundable offense, emphasizing that this issue is for the legislature to address.
The Bombay High Court has urged the Centre to make IPC Section 498A compoundable, noting the hardships caused by its non-compoundable status and the need for judicial efficiency.
The Bombay High Court has suggested that IPC Section 498A should be made a compoundable offence, noting the daily hardships faced by parties and the potential judicial time savings. This request aims to ease the legal process for those involved in such cases.
The Kerala High Court has granted permission to a man accused under IPC Section 498A to travel to Australia for higher studies, acknowledging his cooperation with the ongoing investigation.
The Karnataka High Court has sentenced Kannada actress Abhinaya, her mother, and brother to jail terms for dowry harassment. This verdict overturns a previous acquittal by a fast-track court.
