Mother-in-Law Granted Bail in Dowry and Assault Case.
09 May 2024
Domestic Violence >> Family Law | Dowry >> Marriage Law
A woman arrested for allegedly aiding her son in sexually assaulting her daughter-in-law has been granted bail by the court. The Petitioner, listed as accused number three in the case, claims she was falsely implicated.
Background:
The case originated from a complaint filed on March 15, 2024, by the victim against her husband (accused number two) and mother-in-law (accused number three). The complaint alleges the husband committed sexual assault on two occasions - February 4 and March 9, 2024 - with the mother-in-law's assistance. The Petitioner, arrested on March 16, 2024, denies the accusations.
Court Decision:
The court noted the serious nature of the allegations but also the lack of evidence presented by the prosecution to support the claims against the Petitioner. Furthermore, the court considered the Petitioner's age (over 50) and gender. Based on these factors, the court granted bail under Section 439 of the Cr.P.C. The Petitioner must meet specific conditions, including a bond of Rs. 2,00,000 with two sureties, refraining from similar offenses, and not threatening or tampering with witnesses. The court also authorized the trial court to verify the Petitioner's address and surety information.
Ongoing Case:
The investigation remains ongoing, and the trial will determine the guilt or innocence of all accused parties.