Criminal
Dowry Lawyer in Delhi, Noida & Gurgaon
Definition
Dowry offences are governed by the Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961, and Sections 498A and 80 BNS (formerly 304B IPC). KG Lawyer represents both victims and those falsely implicated across Delhi, Noida and Gurgaon with balanced advocacy.
Acts & Provisions
1
Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961
Dowry giving and demanding offences.
2
BNS Section 85 (formerly IPC 498A)
Cruelty by husband or relatives.
3
BNS Section 80 (formerly IPC 304B)
Dowry death.
Charges & Punishments
| Offence / Matter | Penalty / Relief |
|---|---|
| Dowry death (Section 80 BNS) | Imprisonment 7 years to life. |
| Cruelty by husband / relatives (Section 85 BNS) | Up to 3 years imprisonment and fine. |
Statutory references are based on current Indian law. Always consult a qualified lawyer for matter-specific advice.
Required Documents
FIR / complaint
Medical records (for injuries)
Wedding records
List of dowry items
Witness statements
Role of a Lawyer
- File and pursue dowry harassment complaint
- Defense against false allegations
- Quashing petitions under Section 482 CrPC
- Maintenance and recovery of stridhan
Our Role at KG Lawyer
- 1Stridhan recovery with detailed inventory
- 2Quashing defense for falsely implicated in-laws
- 3Coordination with CAW cell and Mahila courts
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Quashing of Dowry FIR Against In-Laws
Senior citizen in-laws implicated in blanket FIR.
Outcome: FIR quashed qua in-laws under Section 482 CrPC post-Preeti Gupta guidelines.
Case studies are anonymised to protect client confidentiality and comply with BCI ethics rules.