Restitution of Conjugal Rights Petition
Petition asking the court to direct a spouse who left to return.
About this service
When a spouse has withdrawn from the marriage without reasonable cause, a petition under Section 9 of the Hindu Marriage Act (or Section 22 of the Special Marriage Act) asks the court to direct them to resume cohabitation. Includes drafting, filing and the first hearing. Court fee, stamp duty and government fees are extra, at actuals.
What you get
- Consultation with a family lawyer
- Petition under Section 9 HMA / Section 22 SMA
- Filing in the family court
- Appearance at the first hearing
How it works
- 1
Consultation
Whether this petition suits your situation.
- 2
Drafting
Petition prepared and approved by you.
- 3
Filing
Filed in the family court.
- 4
Hearings
Representation and mediation handled.
Documents you will need
- Marriage certificate or proof of marriage
- ID and address proof
- Date and circumstances of the spouse leaving
- Any messages or notices exchanged since
Scans or clear photographs are fine. The lawyer handling your matter will tell you if anything else is needed once they have seen your papers.
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