My family is Hindu and we have 10 acres of land. My father has two sons – my brother and me. We still live together as a joint family. Six years ago, my elder brother fraudulently registered 5 acres of land in his name, using the same survey number, without our knowledge. He also took a crop loan using this land. We only discovered this recently. When I confronted him, he physically assaulted me, threatening my life. I have filed a police complaint but there has been no action. I’m worried about what legal action can be taken against my brother. Which sections of the law apply in this situation, and what punishments could he face?

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Law Forum › Category: Property › My family is Hindu and we have 10 acres of land. My father has two sons – my brother and me. We still live together as a joint family. Six years ago, my elder brother fraudulently registered 5 acres of land in his name, using the same survey number, without our knowledge. He also took a crop loan using this land. We only discovered this recently. When I confronted him, he physically assaulted me, threatening my life. I have filed a police complaint but there has been no action. I’m worried about what legal action can be taken against my brother. Which sections of the law apply in this situation, and what punishments could he face?
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Apni Law Staff asked 3 years ago

My family is Hindu and we have 10 acres of land. My father has two sons – my brother and me. We still live together as a joint family. Six years ago, my elder brother fraudulently registered 5 acres of land in his name, using the same survey number, without our knowledge. He also took a crop loan using this land. We only discovered this recently. When I confronted him, he physically assaulted me, threatening my life. I have filed a police complaint but there has been no action. I’m worried about what legal action can be taken against my brother. Which sections of the law apply in this situation, and what punishments could he face?

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Apni Law Staff answered 3 years ago

Your brother’s actions constitute fraud, forgery, and criminal trespass under the Indian Penal Code, specifically sections 420, 467, 468, and 441. He could face imprisonment and fines. You can also file a civil suit to claim your rightful share of the land and seek compensation for the assault and financial losses.

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