The Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005 (DV Act) is one of the most powerful pieces of legislation protecting women in India. If you are experiencing physical, emotional, verbal, sexual, or economic abuse, you have strong legal rights. Legal Keys provides immediate, confidential legal assistance for domestic violence victims in Pune.
Types of Abuse Covered Under DV Act 2005
- Physical violence — hitting, assault, bodily harm
- Emotional abuse — threats, humiliation, mental harassment
- Sexual abuse — forced sexual acts within marriage
- Economic abuse — denying financial resources, controlling finances
- Verbal abuse — repeated insults, name-calling, degradation
- Dowry harassment — demands for dowry, threats related to dowry
Relief Available Under DV Act
- Protection Orders — Preventing the abuser from contacting or approaching you
- Residence Orders — Right to live in the shared household
- Monetary Relief — Financial compensation for losses suffered
- Custody Orders — Temporary custody of children
- Compensation Orders — Damages for injuries and mental torture
Our DV Legal Services
- Emergency legal assistance — available on priority basis
- FIR filing and legal documentation support
- Protection order applications before Magistrate Court
- Court representation throughout all proceedings
- Women’s rights legal support and counselling
Emergency Contact: +91-9665040490 | For urgent domestic violence matters, call or WhatsApp immediately.