SHORT ANSWER:
A victim must file for a protection order under the Domestic Violence Act within three years from the date of the incident.
DETAILS:
- The time frame is specified under Section 12 of the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005.
- The application can be made to the Magistrate.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- If the application is filed after three years, it may be rejected unless there are valid reasons for the delay.
SOURCE:
- Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005
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