Patna High Court acquits a Homeguard in a high-profile POCSO case, citing lack of medical evidence and unreliable child testimony. The Court emphasized that convictions cannot be based solely on tutored statements.
The Delhi High Court has dismissed anticipatory bail for a man accused of sexually assaulting a minor, emphasizing that friendship or acquaintance does not excuse violence. The judgment highlights victim protection and corroborated evidence under the POCSO Act.
The Kerala High Court has quashed a POCSO case filed by a wife for alleged pre-marriage sexual assault, ruling that continuation of the prosecution would serve no purpose and amount to an abuse of the court’s process.
The Supreme Court has issued a notice after bail was granted to a man accused of raping a minor. The case raises serious concerns over procedural lapses under the Juvenile Justice Act and POCSO provisions.
Delhi High Court grants bail in a child marriage case, stating ‘Muslim Personal Law Cannot Override POCSO Act,’ emphasizing protection of minors and the supremacy of national child protection laws.
Bombay High Court rules that minor’s consent is irrelevant and marriage cannot protect the accused from POCSO Act and Child Marriage laws, reinforcing child protection in India.
Delhi High Court rejects appeal of rape convict, emphasizing that offenses strike at the very core of a child’s dignity. POCSO Act ensures strict punishment for sexual crimes against children.
Delhi High Court rejects the accused’s plea to quash rape case under POCSO, imposes Rs 10,000 costs, stressing stigma must remain on perpetrator, not the victim.
Supreme Court intervention plea highlights NGO opposition to lowering the age of consent from 18 to 16, warning of child abuse, paternity complications, exploitation, and pedophilia risks under Indian law.
