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POCSO
‘No application of mind, precious time of police & Court wasted’; Gujarat HC slams Police, Prosecution and Trial Court for invoking POCSO Act after 8 yrs of FIR
In a sexual harassment case of a 15-year-old girl, the charges under POCSO Act were added at the fag end of the trial, despite that the victim deposed during the examination that she was aged 15 years at the time of the incident.
Delhi High Court issues specific directions on free medical treatment to rape, acid attack, and POCSO case victims/survivors by all public/private hospitals
‘Not providing required medical treatment to victim/survivor of sexual offence is a criminal offence.’
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[POCSO] Supreme Court grants anticipatory bail to 28-yr-old man accused of molesting minor girl
Nearly two years had passed since the FIR was lodged, yet no progress was made in the case. The Court noted that the accused had cooperated with the investigation and that the chargesheet was yet to be filed.
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Criminal Law Roundup | A quick recap of top criminal law cases from October 2024
Read about the significant criminal law matters heard and decided by the Supreme Court and High Courts in October 2024
Having sexual intercourse, being naked in front of minor amounts to sexual harassment, punishable under POCSO Act: Kerala High Court
Kerala High Court noted that accused 2 had abused and thrashed the minor victim and concluded that the offense falls under Section 323 of IPC in conjunction with Section 34 IPC.
Allahabad High Court denies bail to SP Leader Moid Ahmad in Ayodhya Minor Gang rape case
Allahabad High Court permitted the Moid Ahmad to apply for bail afresh after the expiry of four weeks and after the recording of the testimony of the informant and the victim.
Justice Ritu Bahri, 13th Chief Justice of Uttaranchal High Court, retires after a tenure of 8 months
Justice Ritu Bahri who retires on 10-10-2024, made history as upon her elevation on 04-02-2024, she became the first woman Chief Justice of Uttaranchal High Court.
Read why Allahabad HC commuted death sentences in Bulandshahr Gang-Rape case to life imprisonment of 25 years without remission
The Trial Court has not recorded any finding as to how the present case is ‘rarest of the rare case’ even though the accused has committed the gravest offence.
Criminal Law Roundup September 2024 | Stories on Kolkata Rape and Murder Case; Delhi excise policy scam; Cash-for-job scam; West Bengal Coal Scam; and more
In September 2024, the Supreme Court and various High Courts engaged in significant discussions on criminal law, focusing on critical issues such as Kolkata Rape and Murder Case; Delhi excise liquor policy scam; Cash-for-job scam. Key rulings emphasized the balance between individual rights and public interest. Overall, these discussions reflect a dynamic legal landscape committed to upholding justice amid evolving challenges.
Supreme Court grants bail to POCSO accused after five months in custody
Supreme Court directed the accused to extend complete cooperation in the trial, and to not misuse his liberty in any manner or to influence the witnesses in any way. In addition, the accused was directed to not make any attempts to re-associate with the victim girl in any manner either through a device or in-person.
Supreme Court stays Madras HC’s order against Jaggi Vasudev’s Isha Foundation; Police directed not to take further action
The matter revolves around a habeas corpus petition filed in the Madras High Court by a father who alleged that Isha Foundation is engaging in manipulative practices, effectively brainwashing individuals and making them monks.
Madras High Court asks State to provide details on criminal cases against Isha Foundation
In view of the serious nature of the allegations raised against the institution, Madras High Court opined that some more deliberations are required to understand the truth behind the allegations.
Calcutta High Court directs POCSO Court to enquire against mother-daughter for filing false rape case under political pressure
‘If it appears that victim was not a minor at the time of lodging false complaint and recording of her statement, appropriate action should be taken against her without hesitation.’
Storing and watching child pornography an offence under POCSO, IT Act: Key takeaways from Supreme Court’s Landmark Verdict
The Supreme Court observed that the term “child pornography” is a misnomer that fails to capture the full extent of the crime as it can lead to a trivialization of the crime, as pornography is often seen as a consensual act between adults. It, hence, proposed a new term for the offence.
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WhatsApp news group will come within domain of ‘any form of media’; Jharkhand HC dismisses petition to quash charges against Local MLA accused of disclosing identity of rape victim
It is alleged that the local MLA-the petitioner and his supporters visited Hospital to show their sympathy to the victim and her family member and after taking name, address and photograph of victim, it was sent to media and other organization from the petitioner’s mobile number.
Karnataka HC refuses to quash POCSO case against Drawing Teacher for allegedly taking photos/videos of minor girls changing dresses
The Court strictly observed that the offence against the petitioner is a shade more than horrendous. “More than horrendous, I say, for the reason that the petitioner is a teacher (…) If this cannot become a crime, it is not understandable as to what else can be”.