Defamation, malice and punitive damages
shashidhar
(Querist) 11 December 2013
This query is : Resolved
Dear,
If some one files a false FIR by giving wrong information to the police, what are all the legal remedies available for the falsely accused person?
How can the accused person file defamatory suit against the complainant?
Is there a possibility of getting punitive damage or exemplary damage for malicious intent in our country?
Dr J C Vashista
(Expert) 11 December 2013
Incomplete facts, engage a local lawyer for filing case of (civil or criminal) defamation.
R.K Nanda
(Expert) 11 December 2013
chances in defamation case are very remote.
V R SHROFF
(Expert) 11 December 2013
FORGET DEFAMATION : USELESS
T. Kalaiselvan, Advocate
(Expert) 11 December 2013
Yes a libel case both in criminal law and civil law is possible but the burden of proof lies on the complainant for defamation case, mere acquittal in the FIR case will not entail him to file such cases.