L
LawPucho
Q

My friend 's wife cheated her and he has evidence of adultery .he want to punish that third person legally and not want to claim divorce against her wife

In 07 Jun 2025, 05:02 PM Language: English
🔒

Unlock Full Legal Answer

You've found a relevant legal answer! Login or register (free) to read the complete AI-generated explanation with next steps and legal options.

📄 Answer Preview

Adultery is considered a criminal offense under Section 497 of the Indian Penal Code, but it has been decriminalized by the Supreme Court of India in the case of Joseph Shine vs. Union of India in 2018. Therefore, legally, your friend cannot directly punish the third person for adultery. If your...
This is just 20% of the full answer. Login to unlock everything!
Ask your own legal question