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Violence, abuse or threats at home

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What the law says

The Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005 lets a Magistrate grant protection, residence, money, custody and compensation orders. Protection Officers and legal aid can help you file.

General information, not legal advice.

Papers that usually help

A private written record of incidents — dates, what happened, who saw it
Courts look at incidents over time. Notes made close to the time help.
Medical records, prescriptions and injury photos
Independent proof of injuries.
Threatening messages, voice notes or emails
Shows threats in their own words.
Copies of earlier complaints (police, helpline, Protection Officer, Domestic Incident Report)
Shows the abuse was reported.
Proof you lived in the shared home (ID with address, letters, photos, ration card)
Supports a residence order.
Marriage certificate or other proof of marriage/relationship
The Act applies to relationships in a shared household.
List and photos of your jewellery, gifts and belongings held by them
Court can order their return.
Your income and expenses, and their income if you know it
Court can order maintenance and medical/ loss expenses.
Children's birth certificates, school records
Needed for a custody order.
Your ID, bank card, phone and important documents — kept with you or a trusted person
Makes it possible to leave safely if needed.

Questions Saboot will ask you

First: are you safe right now?
Who is causing the harm?
What has happened?
Where are you living now?
Are children affected?
Have you seen a doctor about any injuries?
Have you told anyone official?
Do you have your own money and documents with you?

Sources

Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005

Common situations

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