At 26, I married and moved to Goa with my husband and in-laws. For the past three years, they’ve subjected me to relentless mental and physical abuse, demanding dowry. I worked tirelessly, handing over my entire salary to my husband who never contributed to my expenses. I reported the abuse to the Goa Women’s Cell and now filed a police report in Bangalore. I’m feeling lost and unsure about the next steps. Could you please advise me on how to proceed?

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Law Forum › Category: Divorce › At 26, I married and moved to Goa with my husband and in-laws. For the past three years, they’ve subjected me to relentless mental and physical abuse, demanding dowry. I worked tirelessly, handing over my entire salary to my husband who never contributed to my expenses. I reported the abuse to the Goa Women’s Cell and now filed a police report in Bangalore. I’m feeling lost and unsure about the next steps. Could you please advise me on how to proceed?
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Apni Law Staff asked 1 year ago

At 26, I married and moved to Goa with my husband and in-laws. For the past three years, they’ve subjected me to relentless mental and physical abuse, demanding dowry. I worked tirelessly, handing over my entire salary to my husband who never contributed to my expenses. I reported the abuse to the Goa Women’s Cell and now filed a police report in Bangalore. I’m feeling lost and unsure about the next steps. Could you please advise me on how to proceed?

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Apni Law Staff answered 1 year ago

You’ve taken the right steps by reporting the abuse to the Goa Women’s Cell and filing a police report in Bangalore. Consult a lawyer experienced in domestic violence and dowry harassment cases. They can advise on legal options, such as filing for divorce, seeking protection orders, and pursuing criminal charges against your husband and in-laws.

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