Punjab & Haryana HC quashes dowry harassment FIR against in-laws, calls it ‘frivolous’ misuse of Section 498A; proceedings continue against husband.
Read Full ArticleSupreme Court quashes 498A FIR against husband and in-laws, citing vague, unsubstantiated allegations and misuse of legal process in 23-year-old case.
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