If a judge believes domestic violence happened, they can issue a protection order. This order tells the abuser to stop doing violent things, stay away from the victim's work or school, and not contact them. It also prevents the abuser from messing with shared assets.
A, a husband, is harassing his wife B. The court, after hearing both, issues a protection order. A is forbidden from contacting B, going near her workplace, or selling their jointly owned house without the court's permission.
- •You have the right to a protection order if you're facing domestic violence.
- •The order can restrict the abuser from contacting you or going near your workplace.
- •You can seek help from the court to protect your assets.
📒 Legal text sourced from The Gazette of India & AdvocateKhoj Bare Acts Library
⚖️ Content reviewed by Adv. Shailendra Babbar, Seasoned Advocate, with 31 years of legal practice
📚 Act Reference: Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act
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