Domestic Violence Act Cannot Be Misused By Woman To Re-Enter Abandoned Matrimonial Home: Delhi High Court Rejects Wife’s Plea
The Delhi High Court held that the Domestic Violence Act cannot be used to forcibly reclaim a previously vacated matrimonial home when suitable alternate accommodation is available. The Court emphasised that Section 19 relief is discretionary and cannot disturb the settled possession of current occupants. NEW DELHI: The Delhi High Court, through Justice Ravinder Dudeja,…
