What legal steps can we take if parents oppose our relationship?
Sir, I love a girl and she also, but parents are not accepting our relationship, also there is no time to apply court marriage, what should we have to do legally?
If your relationship is not approved by your families and there is a time constraint, you can opt for the Special Marriage Act registered marriage, which can be expedited. Alternately, you may consider a live-in relationship; this is legally recognized in India as well, and you can live together, though you do not have to enter into a formal marriage. This arrangement does afford you some legal protections under the Domestic Violence Act and others. If you are being harassed by family members, record the incidents and consider reporting them to the police for protection. Consult a lawyer to get advice on your specific case.
If your relationship is not acceptable to your families and time is short, a religious marriage under personal laws can be performed fast. Then you can get registered in the Special Marriage Act, where usually a notice period of 30 days is needed.In case of urgency, you can move a petition to the court for police protection on grounds of possible family harassment. This legal step can protect both of you as you work through your relationship problems. Consulting a lawyer for guidance on these processes is advisable.
Sir, if both the partners are of legal age to get married with proper consent then you may perform court marriage under an appropriate act by visiting marriage registrar office. If there is no time of 30 days’ notice period then you should consult an expert lawyer who will assist you with the alternative options. For further legal assistance contact us on our helpline number.
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