A person who is not a family member can't be implicated under S. 498A IPC, the Karnataka HC said.
Read Full ArticleRead about a recent judgment by the Kerala High Court that quashed a dowry harassment case against a woman in a live-in relationship. The court ruled that she couldn't be considered a relative under Section 498A of the IPC, highlighting the importance of precise legal definitions.
According to Additional Public Prosecutor there were certain allegations that were made against these petitioners/ accused stating that they used to harass the deceased as they did not like her marrying their son and as such unable to bear the said harassment that she has committed suicide. Therefore, they prayed for dismissal of the Criminal Petition.
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29 April, 2024 12:21 PM