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Domestic violence case is not strictly criminal case so people especially Opposite Parties/Accused/Respondents many times go lightly with it so the Courts as it's assumed that somewhere matter would be settled and after all it's the family dispute. However as you narrated the incidences it's a grave and cognizable offence case which should be dealt by the police initally and for that you would have to file criminal complaint in the Police station near to you in details with necessary evidential material at least to make prima facie case so the police files FIR and criminal law is set into motion. Approach good lawyer in your vicinity or even you can approach is if needed for further help. If police are not taking complaint (which must be good complaint with at least basic material) send it by RPAD or approach concerned Magistrate Court for necesary directions to the police. Women's Cell/Protection Officer (mostly women) can be approached, which is, most probably, available in your Police Station.
Dear Client,
based on your question it is evident that there is obstruction of justice which consequently had its effect on the domestic violence case. From the given facts, I can advise you to do two things; firstly, collect evidence that will support your claim that there was indeed obstruction of justice and secondly file an F.I.R against the family for obstruction of justice. This should help you to stop the undue influence held by the in-law family and also help you get justice in the domestic violence case. The advice is purely based on the provided facts. Hope this advice help you. For more detail discussion feel free to reach out us.