You can divorce your wyde as per Muslim personal law 

issue her arbitration reconciliation notice 

3) if reconciliation fails divorce wife as per Muslim personal law 

4) file NC with local police station regarding her Abusive behaviour 

5) video recordings will help you to prove there is no dowry harassment 

6) you can file counter cases 

7) audio ,video recordings are admissible in evidence 

8) you can seek joint custody of your kids 

9) there is no automatic arrest of your elderly parents 

They can apply fir and obtain anticipatory bail 

A wife can file a dowry harassment case, even after 14 years of marriage, as there is no time limit for filing a Section 498A case. While there are arguments that a dowry claim should ideally be filed within 7 years for a stronger case, it's not a strict legal requirement. However, a false dowry case, if proven, can lead to the woman facing legal consequences, and the husband may be able to seek compensation for mental and financial damages, as well as quash the case. 

If a wife files a false dowry case and it's proven to be false, she can face legal penalties under Section 182 (false information to public servant), Section 211 (false charge of an offence punishable with imprisonment), and Section 193 (false statement in a court) of the Indian Penal Code, potentially leading to imprisonment for up to 7 years.

This can be done for defamation (Section 500 IPC), criminal conspiracy (Section 120B IPC), false evidence (Section 191 IPC), or even criminal intimidation (Section 506 IPC).

The police will not arrest jut on the basis of the complaint, hence you may wait for the police to summon you by issuing a notice under 41 a cr.p.c. after that you can decide about obtaining AB for all if necessary.

If you want to consult for mental stress you can consult a psychologist instead of a psychiatrist or  a lawyer. 

You can file a child custody cae under G & W Act  seeking custody of your children for the reasons you may rely upon.

If it is no more possible to tolerate her tortures and harassment then you can even decide to dissolve your marriage by pronouncing talak e  ahsan and wait for three months iddat period to confirm the talak

1. Should lodge complaint with Police from to time about he harassment you faced and the treats of false cases.

2. Yes

3. It depends

4. Yes

5. Do not part with their physical possession at the time wife leaves.

6. No automatic arrests nowadays. So apply for anticipatory bail.

7. No help

8. Remain in touch with your advocate. 

 

1. Collect & Secure Evidence

   • Video recordings denying dowry, call recordings, messages, and witnesses (maid/neighbor) are strong defenses.

   • Maintain a timeline of incidents and preserve backups.

2. Legal Safeguard for Parents

   • File a GD (General Diary) or written complaint with local police stating apprehension of false cases. Mention your parents’ age.

   • Optionally, file a Section 107 CrPC application (preventive action) in SDM Court.

3. False Case Protection

   • Dowry/498A after 14 years has weak standing but is still possible. Courts require strong evidence, especially after long gaps.

   • Be ready with anticipatory bail applications (for yourself & parents).

4. Countermeasures

   • If false cases are filed, you can file:

     • Defamation (Section 500 IPC)

     • Section 211 IPC (false case)

     • Section 9 HMA (Restitution) or custody petition under Guardians and Wards Act

5. Child Custody

   • You can seek joint/shared custody or visitation rights.

   • Courts prefer the child’s welfare, not just the mother’s claim. School-age children’s wishes are often considered.

6. Stress Documentation

   • Consulting a psychiatrist is useful. Medical records can help if mental harassment is claimed or contested.

You can only contest false case filed by her and then file proceedings for false prosecution against them after your acquittal 

if any non bailable offence is registered against you or parents then seek anticipatory bail in advance 

- As per Supreme Court judgment, wife is expected to move in with the relatives of their husbands, follow the rules and customs of their home, and ideally, blend in seamlessly as a new daughter. 

- Further, the court granted divorce to a man on the grounds of “cruelty” after his wife refused to share a home with her in-laws.

- Further, If wife is not supporting her husband for the enjoyment of life and denying relation, then the husband can get divorce after filing a divorce petition before the court on this ground.

Further, As per Delhi High Court, physical intimacy is an essential aspect of marriage and a wife's continuous refusal to have such relationship with her husband can be a ground for divorce,

1. You can give a complaint before the police as information that she is not residing with you and threatening for implicating in false cases of dowry 

2. Yes, however there is mere chances to prove the same 

3. Yes, 

4. The said call recordings can be produced as evidence against her allegations of dowry demand and harassment

5. You can file a petition for getting custody of the child. 

6. They can get anticipatory bail from the Court if she filed an FIR , and further they can be exempted from appearance before the Court ., and also the FIR against them can be quashed. 

7. Yes,

8. You can contact any lawyer of this website including me for getting more suggestions 

1. There is no preventive vaccine against criminal complaint. Doors of Court are open for all, anyone can file complaint against anyone. Filing of complaint  is one thing and proving it in Court is another.
2. After fourteen years, any case will have little chance of success.
3. Filing of counter cases will not be tactically good. You can defend the complaint and after acquittal file criminal complaint  for malicious prosecution against her.
4. All electronic evidence is admissible in Court. Keep record of everything.
5. Under Sharya, father is entitled for full custody of child above seven years of age with visiting rights  to mother. You can get full custody of kids.
6. In case any complaint is made against parents, you have option of approaching High Court seeking quash/anticipatory bails for them.
7. It is quite early to seek any professional advice, let them take some action.
8. Keep you cool, don’t get provoked. Install CCTV camaras.

Dear Sir,

You are suggested to document/keep records of all the happenings, keep the same and be prepared to do whatever within your means to protect yourself and let her down in all the things/processes/proceedigns. Proper documentation is the essesnce and you should do it, as pre-emptive legal steps can I take to protect myself and my parents before filing for divorce. Even though a dowry or harassment case still can be filed 14 years of marriage, but the same would be difficult to prove for her. You must also file counter-cases as when required. All the proofs/evidence will carry weight such as call logs, recordings, maid/neighbor testimony, etc. For the custody of children, the chidl welfare is paramount. You must show the welfare of child possible only when he stays with you. There are several judgment to prevent/protect elderly elderly parents from any legal trauma or arrest risk, you must be aware of that. You may consult a psychiatrist/lawyer now to document prolonged stress for protection. 

Dear Client, 

You are advised to gather and keep all evidence (video recordings, call records) with no dowry or harassment. Make a police complaint or anticipatory bail plea if you fear false FIRs. Report to your department to safeguard your service. It is advised that for you to not confront and leave it to your lawyer to handle communications. Dowry harassment or cruelty cases can be instituted at any time during marriage, but courts give weight to long peaceful cohabitation. Delayed allegations are more difficult to establish but not impossible. Your video evidence refuting dowry is important.

Counter-Cases: You may choose to lodge counter FIRs for defamation, criminal intimidation, or false complaints if false cases are filed against you or your parents. The evidence such as call recordings, video evidence, neighbor/maid testimony, and any written evidence will also hold value in court.

Child Custody: The Courts give utmost importance to children's well-being. Therefore, the custody or visitation rights can be shared. You are adivsed to seek the services of a family lawyer to make custody petitions safeguarding your parental rights.

Protecting Older Parents: Parents can be safeguarded by seeking anticipatory bail or making police complaints in case of threats.The courts do not readily agree to arrest of older parents unless on substantial reasons.

Mental Health Documentation: Psychiatric counseling and keeping medical records can lend credibility to alleging mental harassment and stress.

Divorce Process Under Muslim Law: You may approach divorce through talaq or mutual consent (mubarat).  Judicial intervention can be sought under the Dissolution of Muslim Marriages Act, 1939.