“Wrongful Conviction is Far Worse”: Delhi HC Acquits Man in POCSO Case

On Monday(15th April),The Delhi High Court acquitted a man charged under the POCSO Act on 15th April due to prosecution’s inadequacies. The court highlighted the delicate balance of justice in child abuse cases and emphasized enduring stigma for the accused. It also noted flaws in the prosecution’s arguments and potential external influences on the allegations.