Case Study: Assault & Harassment of Woman by Neighbours – Khanapur Mandal
📅 Filed: 2024 | Duration: 4.5 months | Status: Chargesheet filed, Protection Order granted
Client: Ms. Sana (Name Changed)
Case Type: Sexual Harassment, Assault, Criminal Intimidation
Jurisdiction: Khanapur Police Station, Adilabad District
Ms. Sana, a 22-year-old woman residing in Khanapur, was subjected to repeated verbal abuse, stalking, and finally physical assault by two male neighbors. Despite warning the accused multiple times, their behavior escalated, leading to an attempted attack outside her home one evening.
Advocate Abdul Kaleem was approached by the family, who feared social stigma and police inaction. A strong criminal complaint was immediately drafted, citing IPC Sections 354 (assault or criminal force on a woman), 509 (insulting modesty), and 506 (criminal intimidation).
Police were compelled to register the FIR and record witness statements. Through proper legal representation, a **Protection Order** was also obtained from the Magistrate under the **Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005**, ensuring her safety.
🔍 Key Legal Highlights:
- FIR registered under IPC 354, 509, 506
- Protection order issued by Khanapur Magistrate Court
- Case fast-tracked due to gender-sensitivity
- Legal awareness session held for local women
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