What to Do If You Face Domestic Violence (Protection Act, 2005)
Shield of Protection: Your Immediate Legal Steps
If you or someone you know is facing domestic violence, immediate action is necessary. The Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act (PWDVA), 2005, is a powerful tool for obtaining urgent relief.
4 Immediate Legal Steps to Take
File an Immediate Complaint : Contact the police or a judicial magistrate. You can also contact a Protection Officer appointed under the PWDVA.
Apply for a Protection Order: This is the most crucial step. A magistrate can pass an order restraining the accused person from committing any further acts of violence, from entering the victim’s workplace, or from communicating with the victim.
Apply for a Residence Order: If the victim is forced out, the magistrate can direct the accused to allow the victim to live in the shared household (even if the accused owns it).
Apply for Monetary Relief and Maintenance: The victim can claim compensation for injuries, losses, and monthly maintenance for herself and her children.
RBS Legal Fights’ Priority for Women’s Cases
We specialize in providing rapid assistance in Family Matters and women’s cases. Our team ensures that all necessary applications for protection, residence, and maintenance are drafted and filed correctly to secure the fastest possible relief. All initial guidance for Women’s Cases is entirely free.
What to Do If You Face Domestic Violence (Protection Act, 2005)
Shield of Protection: Your Immediate Legal Steps
If you or someone you know is facing domestic violence, immediate action is necessary. The Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act (PWDVA), 2005, is a powerful tool for obtaining urgent relief.
4 Immediate Legal Steps to Take
File an Immediate Complaint : Contact the police or a judicial magistrate. You can also contact a Protection Officer appointed under the PWDVA.
Apply for a Protection Order: This is the most crucial step. A magistrate can pass an order restraining the accused person from committing any further acts of violence, from entering the victim’s workplace, or from communicating with the victim.
Apply for a Residence Order: If the victim is forced out, the magistrate can direct the accused to allow the victim to live in the shared household (even if the accused owns it).
Apply for Monetary Relief and Maintenance: The victim can claim compensation for injuries, losses, and monthly maintenance for herself and her children.
RBS Legal Fights’ Priority for Women’s Cases
We specialize in providing rapid assistance in Family Matters and women’s cases. Our team ensures that all necessary applications for protection, residence, and maintenance are drafted and filed correctly to secure the fastest possible relief. All initial guidance for Women’s Cases is entirely free.