Introduction: In X v. Government of NCT of Delhi & Anr., CRL.A. 332/2023, the appellant filed an appeal to dismiss the conviction where he ...
Bombay HC Affirms Ossification Test Criteria for Age Determination in POCSO Cases
Introduction: The case revolves around an appeal challenging the conviction of the accused under the POCSO Act. The Bombay HC delves into the signifi ...
The Punjab and Haryana High Court calls for accountability regarding toilet facilities, sexual harassment, and the plight of children in Haryana’s schools.
Introduction: The judgment pertains Amarjeet and Others v/s State of Haryana and Others (CWP-23384-2017 (O&M)) The court takes note of significan ...
Failure to Report the offence under Section 21 of POCSO is Bailable- Himachal Pradesh HC
Introduction: Sushil Kumar v. State of Himachal (Cr. MPM No. 2705 of 2023) involves a petition seeking anticipatory bail. The Himachal Pradesh HC has ...
Patna High Court overturned conviction in POCSO case noting failure of Trial Court to ascertain the age of the victim despite being challenged during trial
Case title- Kumod Mandal v. State of Bihar, 2023 SCC OnLine Pat 2812 Facts: A division bench of the High Court of Judicature at Patna was decid ...
Availability of ‘support persons’ is a mandatory obligation of the State under the POCSO Act and Rules- SC
Background of the case: In We the Women of India v. Union of India & Ors. (Writ Petition(s)(Civil) No(s).1156/2021),the Supreme Court directed ...