Rise In Sexual Offences Against Children Serious: Madhya Pradesh HC Initiates Suo Motu PIL, Questions Centre/State On POCSO Act Implementation
4 days, 11 hours ago

Rise In Sexual Offences Against Children Serious: Madhya Pradesh HC Initiates Suo Motu PIL, Questions Centre/State On POCSO Act Implementation

Live Law  

Taking into account the "substantial growth of sexual offences against children below the age of 18 years" in the state, the Jabalpur bench of the Madhya Pradesh has initiated a suo-moto PIL to enquire from the Central as well as the State Governments as to what steps have been taken on the implementation of the POCSO Act. The court further mentioned Section 43 of the POCSO Act which casts a duty upon the Central Government and every State Government to take every measure to ensure that the provisions of the Act are given wide publicity through media including the television, radio and print media at regular intervals to make the general public, children as well as their parents and guardians aware of the provisions of this Act. Also, Section 44 provides monitoring of the implementation of the POCSO Act by the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights and the State Commission for Protection of Child Rights. Thereafter, the court said, “We are taking this matter suomotu in order to enquire from the Central Government as well as the State Government of Madhya Pradesh as to what steps have been taken under Sections 43 and 44 regarding the implementation of the POCSO Act and the rules made thereunder.” The court has issued notice to the Union of India through Secretary Ministry of Women and Child Development Department, the State's Chief Secretary, Principal Secretary, Women and Child Development Department, the state's Director General of Police National Commission for Protection of Child Rights and State Commission for Protection of Child Rights, M.P.

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The Unintended Victims: How POCSO Affects Adolescents' Autonomy And Access To Health
1 month, 1 week ago

The Unintended Victims: How POCSO Affects Adolescents' Autonomy And Access To Health

Live Law  

In the last six months almost every High Court has faced the question of criminalization of romantic relationships under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012. Giving the judges of these special courts controlled discretionary powers under the POCSO Act itself would not only make the legal process short but also ensure that the trial remains child-friendly and …

Storage or watching child pornography offence under POCSO Act, IT law: SC
3 months ago

Storage or watching child pornography offence under POCSO Act, IT law: SC

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Monday in a major ruling held that the watching and even mere storage of child pornographic material is an offence under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act. While setting aside the Madras HC order which held that merely downloading and or watching child pornography on one's electronic device did not constitute an …

Kerala Police to take suo moto cognizance of POCSO-related allegations cited in Hema committee report
3 months, 1 week ago

Kerala Police to take suo moto cognizance of POCSO-related allegations cited in Hema committee report

Op India  

Days after the state High Court came down heavily on Pinarayi Vijayan government for inaction, the Kerala Police are mulling to take suo motu cognizance of POCSO-related allegations mentioned in the Justice Hema Committee report. After the publication of Justice Hema Committee report citing sexual assault allegations in the Malayalam film industry, around 23 cases have been registered so far …

Badlapur sexual assault case: Bombay High Court takes suo moto cognizance of case; hearing today
4 months ago

Badlapur sexual assault case: Bombay High Court takes suo moto cognizance of case; hearing today

Live Mint  

Bombay High Court takes Suo Moto cognizance of the Badlapur sexual assault against minor girls in a school case. The alleged sexual assault of two kindergarten students by a male attendant led to a large protest in Badlapur on Tuesday. Additionally, the state government has suspended three police officials, including a senior police inspector, for alleged negligence in handling the …

[S. 33(2) POCSO Act] Mode Of Examination Through Intermediary Remains Unchanged Even If Victim Attains Majority During Trial: Kerala HC
4 months, 3 weeks ago

[S. 33(2) POCSO Act] Mode Of Examination Through Intermediary Remains Unchanged Even If Victim Attains Majority During Trial: Kerala HC

Live Law  

The Kerala High Court has held that the mode of examining a victim through the Special Court in a POCSO case as per Section 33 of the POCSO Act remains unchanged even if the victim attains the age of majority during the trial. Section 33 of the POCSO Act mandates that the Special Public Prosecutor or the defence counsel shall …

POCSO Act Often Misused To Settle Personal Scores, Even In Matrimonial Disputes False Accusations Made To Deny Custody To Father: Kerala HC
5 months, 2 weeks ago

POCSO Act Often Misused To Settle Personal Scores, Even In Matrimonial Disputes False Accusations Made To Deny Custody To Father: Kerala HC

Live Law  

The Kerala High Court has cautioned the Police officers as well as Courts to be vigilant against people with ill motivations who misuse the provisions of Prevention of Children from Sexual Offences Act to settle personal scores. Even in matrimonial disputes, it said, minor children are used for alleging POCSO offences so the father of the child would not get …

Pocso cases reveal uneven grip of law
7 months ago

Pocso cases reveal uneven grip of law

New Indian Express  

For at least the second time this year, the judiciary’s understanding of the POCSO Act and its provisions on child sexual abuse material has come under the scanner. The Supreme Court rightly slammed the judgement, as the high court’s verdict was an incorrect reading of the two laws. Now, the Delhi High Court has undertaken a suo motu revision petition …

Ex- CM Booked Under POCSO in Karnataka
9 months, 1 week ago

Ex- CM Booked Under POCSO in Karnataka

Deccan Chronicle  

Bengaluru: Bharatiya Janata Party leader and former Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa has been booked under Prevention of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 at Sadashivanagar police station in Bengaluru city on Thursday evening after a woman alleged that the BJP leader allegedly indulged in sexual assault on her minor daughter. According to the victim’s mother, she took her daughter to …

Any Person Regardless Of Gender & Age Can Be Accused Under POCSO Act: Kerala High Court Refuses To Quash Case Against Minor
9 months, 1 week ago

Any Person Regardless Of Gender & Age Can Be Accused Under POCSO Act: Kerala High Court Refuses To Quash Case Against Minor

Live Law  

The Kerala High Court has held that any person regardless of gender and age can be an accused under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012.It thus refused to quash the proceedings pending under the Act against a minor. The Kerala High Court has held that any person regardless of gender and age can be an accused under …

[POCSO Act] Mandatory For Any Person Having Knowledge Of Offence To Inform Police Authorities: Punjab & Haryana High Court
9 months, 3 weeks ago

[POCSO Act] Mandatory For Any Person Having Knowledge Of Offence To Inform Police Authorities: Punjab & Haryana High Court

Live Law  

The Punjab & Haryana High Court has made it clear that any person knowing about the commission of an offence against a child under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act must inform the police or Special Juvenile Police Unit irrespective of whether the concerned person is a parent of the child or friend.The Court was hearing a plea …

Every Citizen Should Fight Against Child Abuse: APSLSA
10 months ago

Every Citizen Should Fight Against Child Abuse: APSLSA

Deccan Chronicle  

Vijayawada: Andhra Pradesh State Legal Services Authority member secretary Majji Babitha on Sunday said the police, the judiciary, and the child welfare department have to work in unison to punish offenders in crimes against children. Not just officials, but every citizen should take responsibility to protect children from sexual harassment, Babitha said, speaking at the end of a two-day state-level …

POCSO Act | Repeatedly Following, Watching Or Contacting Child With Sexual Intent Amounts To Sexual Harassment : Jharkhand High Court
11 months, 2 weeks ago

POCSO Act | Repeatedly Following, Watching Or Contacting Child With Sexual Intent Amounts To Sexual Harassment : Jharkhand High Court

Live Law  

The Jharkhand High Court has ruled that engaging in persistent acts of following, watching, or contacting a child with sexual intent constitutes sexual harassment under Section 11 of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012. As such, the act of the present petitioner comes within periphery of section 11 of the POCSO Act, 2012 which amounts sexual harassment …

POCSO Case Initiated Because Engagement Was Called Off: Kerala High Court Quashes Case Upon Noting Subsequent Reconciliation & Marriage Of Parties
11 months, 3 weeks ago

POCSO Case Initiated Because Engagement Was Called Off: Kerala High Court Quashes Case Upon Noting Subsequent Reconciliation & Marriage Of Parties

Live Law  

The Kerala High Court recently quashed proceedings under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act and the Indian Penal Code against a man alleged to have sexually abused the victim. Justice Gopinath P. noted that the allegations against the petitioner accused had been launched following his withdrawal from marriage with the victim, after the engagement ceremony. Justice Gopinath P. …

Madhya Pradesh High Court Asks State Govt To Take Measures To Publicise POCSO Act Provisions As Per Mandate Of S. 43
1 year ago

Madhya Pradesh High Court Asks State Govt To Take Measures To Publicise POCSO Act Provisions As Per Mandate Of S. 43

Live Law  

Recently, while allowing a second bail application filed by an accused in a POCSO case, Madhya Pradesh High Court directed the Government Advocate to bring Section 43 of the POCSO Act, 2012 to the notice of the state government for compliance. The single-judge bench of Justice Vishal Dhagat gave the above direction after the counsel for the accused/applicant drew the …

S.28 POCSO Act | Offences Under SC/ST Act Can Be Tried By POCSO Court If Part Of Same Transaction: Kerala High Court
1 year, 1 month ago

S.28 POCSO Act | Offences Under SC/ST Act Can Be Tried By POCSO Court If Part Of Same Transaction: Kerala High Court

Live Law  

The Kerala High Court has permitted a POCSO Court to try the offences under SC/ST Act relating to abuse and assault of the minor victim's father stating that the two offences were closely connected as the incident occurred within half hour of the offence under POCSO Act.Justice Gopinath P. relied on MS.P xxx Vs. State of Uttarakhand & Anr. The …

Childcare Institutions Worse Than Prisons: Allahabad High Court Takes Suo Moto Cognizance Of Deficiencies In Running Of Such Institutions
1 year, 2 months ago

Childcare Institutions Worse Than Prisons: Allahabad High Court Takes Suo Moto Cognizance Of Deficiencies In Running Of Such Institutions

Live Law  

The Allahabad High Court on Thursday registered a suo moto public interest litigation regarding the deficiencies in running of child care institutions in the State of Uttar Pradesh. On inspections carried out by Justice Ajay Bhanot, several deficiencies were revealed in running of childcare institutions across the Uttar Pradesh which directly implicate fundamental rights guaranteed under Article 21 of the …

65% Pocso cases pending in Delhi, several accused walk free
1 year, 4 months ago

65% Pocso cases pending in Delhi, several accused walk free

Hindustan Times  

On July 30, Asafak Alam, 29, was arrested for the rape and murder of a five-year old girl in Ernakulam, Kerala. A little over 65% of cases related to sexual offices committed against minors have been pending trial for at least a year, resulting in the release of several offenders on bail, according to data shared by Delhi Police. And …

Awareness About POCSO Will Be Included In School Curriculum Starting From 2024-2025: SCERT Informs Kerala High Court
1 year, 4 months ago

Awareness About POCSO Will Be Included In School Curriculum Starting From 2024-2025: SCERT Informs Kerala High Court

Live Law  

On Thursday, the Kerala High Court appreciated the efforts taken by Kerala State Legal Services Authority, State Government and the SCERT in taking various steps to create awareness about sexual offences amongst school going children. In this regard, the Court invoked its jurisdiction under Article 226 of the Constitution of India to implead State of Kerala, the Central Board of …

POCSO Act is a gender-neutral legislation: Delhi High Court
1 year, 4 months ago

POCSO Act is a gender-neutral legislation: Delhi High Court

The Hindu  

The Delhi High Court has said that the POCSO Act is a gender-neutral legislation while rejecting an assertion that the law is being "misused" as it is a "gender based" enactment. Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma took exception to the submission made by an accused under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act seeking to cross-examine the victim again before …

POCSO Act Is Gender Neutral, Misleading To Argue ‘It Is Gender-Based Legislation And Is Being Misused’: Delhi High Court
1 year, 4 months ago

POCSO Act Is Gender Neutral, Misleading To Argue ‘It Is Gender-Based Legislation And Is Being Misused’: Delhi High Court

Live Law  

The Delhi High Court has observed that the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012, is a gender-neutral legislation and that it is insensitive to argue that the law is being misused.While dealing with a POCSO case where the accused submitted that the enactment is a gender-based law and therefore is being misused, Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma said:“To say …

Arunachal: 21 minor students sexually abused by warden, Gauhati HC takes suo moto case
1 year, 5 months ago

Arunachal: 21 minor students sexually abused by warden, Gauhati HC takes suo moto case

Op India  

On Friday, July 21, the Gauhati High Court has taken up a suo moto case of sexual abuse of 21 students by the warden of a residential school in Arunachal Pradesh and cancelled the bail application granted to the accused by a trial court earlier in February this year. While cancelling the bail granted to the accused by a Special …

Meghalaya HC quashes POCSO charges against man, expresses concern on its misuse
1 year, 5 months ago

Meghalaya HC quashes POCSO charges against man, expresses concern on its misuse

Hindustan Times  

The Meghalaya high court on Wednesday quashed charges of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act against a man stating that “consensual sexual intercourse with a 16-year-old girl didn’t come under the purview of the legislation”. Meghalaya high court The court of justice Wanlura Diengdoh released John Franklin Shylla forthwith, citing that sometimes “a large array of cases filed …

POCSO and the persecution of young love
1 year, 6 months ago

POCSO and the persecution of young love

The Hindu  

Shivani, a 16-year-old, first found out about the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act last year when her 17-year-old boyfriend mentioned in jest how he could be prosecuted for being physically intimate with her. Age of consent — distant from societal realities The Karnataka High Court last year urged the Law Commission of India to rethink the criteria for …

Karnataka High Court Quashes POCSO Case Against Man Who Dropped Minor Victim At Her Home On Instructions Of Main Accused
1 year, 6 months ago

Karnataka High Court Quashes POCSO Case Against Man Who Dropped Minor Victim At Her Home On Instructions Of Main Accused

Live Law  

The Karnataka High Court has quashed the criminal proceedings launched under the Protection of Children From Sexual Offences Act against a man who dropped the minor victim at her home on the instructions of main accused. are juxtaposed to each other and read in tandem what can be unmistakably inferred is that the role of the petitioner nowhere figures before …

Why Are POCSO Act's Provisions On Mandatory Reporting Under Challenge?
1 year, 10 months ago

Why Are POCSO Act's Provisions On Mandatory Reporting Under Challenge?

Live Law  

Delhi High Court on Tuesday issued a notice on a public interest litigation challenging the provisions of Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012, that pertain to mandatory reporting of suspected sexual abuse of minors. Courts On Consensual Sex Vis-à-vis POCSO Act While the petition before Delhi High Court does not particularly seek any relief in respect of age …

Delhi HC Seeks Centre's Stand on Plea Against Mandatory Reporting of POCSO Offences
1 year, 10 months ago

Delhi HC Seeks Centre's Stand on Plea Against Mandatory Reporting of POCSO Offences

News 18  

The Delhi High Court on Tuesday sought the Centre’s stand on a plea against the provisions of POCSO Act pertaining to mandatory reporting of sexual offences against minors to police. A bench of Chief Justice Satish Chandra Sharma and Justice Subramonium Prasad issued notice on the petition by lawyer Harsh Vibhore Singhal who sought ”judicial invalidation” of sections 19, 21 …

Gauhati High Court questions use of POCSO Act in Assam child marriage cases
1 year, 10 months ago

Gauhati High Court questions use of POCSO Act in Assam child marriage cases

The Hindu  

The Gauhati High Court has questioned the application of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act in child marriage cases in Assam while granting anticipatory bail to some people booked under the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act on February 14. The crackdown triggered protests as the arrests were made in child marriage cases that were one year old – …

On Pocso cases, CJI has a point
2 years ago

On Pocso cases, CJI has a point

Hindustan Times  

In the annals of history, few issues have proven to be as vexing to legislate on than the legal age of consent. By setting the legal age of consent at an unshakeable 18, the Protection of Children From Sexual Offences Act, 2012, offered almost no leeway to judges hearing cases involving minors in consensual relationships, other than almost certain criminalisation. …

Setting Up POCSO Fast Track Courts Will Be Futile Unless More Judges Are Appointed : Justice BV Nagarathna
2 years ago

Setting Up POCSO Fast Track Courts Will Be Futile Unless More Judges Are Appointed : Justice BV Nagarathna

Live Law  

"In the context of child sexual abuse it is necessary to administer child friendly justice at the highest attainable level. Justice that is accessible, age appropriate, speedy, adapted to and focussed on the needs and rights of the child", said Supreme Court judge Justice BV Nagarathna on Saturday while addressing the gathering at the 2-day National Stakeholders Consultation organised by …

POCSO| Judges Must Remember That Children May Use Different Vocabulary For Sex Abuse : CJI DY Chandrachud
2 years ago

POCSO| Judges Must Remember That Children May Use Different Vocabulary For Sex Abuse : CJI DY Chandrachud

Live Law  

The Chief Justice of India Dr. D. Y. Chandrachud today gave a keynote speech at the inaugural ceremony of the two-days National Annual Stakeholders Consultation on Child Protection organised by the Supreme Court Committee on Juvenile Justice which is headed by Justice S. Ravindra Bhat.The Chief Justice of India started his address by quoting Nelson Mandela that, "There can be …

CJI Chandrachud urges Parliament to examine age of consent issue under Pocso Act
2 years ago

CJI Chandrachud urges Parliament to examine age of consent issue under Pocso Act

India Today  

Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud on Saturday urged Parliament to consider the growing concern surrounding the issue of age of consent under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act as it posed challenges for judges examining cases of consensual sex involving adolescents. "As you are no doubt aware, the Pocso Act criminalizes all sexual activity for those …

Non-Reporting Of Child Sexual Abuse Is A Bailable Offence Under POCSO Act: Kerala High Court
2 years ago

Non-Reporting Of Child Sexual Abuse Is A Bailable Offence Under POCSO Act: Kerala High Court

Live Law  

The Kerala High Court on Thursday held that the offence punishable under Section 21 of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 is a bailable offence. The court then referred to Part II of First Schedule dealing with the classification of offences under other laws: Offence Cognizable or non-cognizable Bailable or non-bailable Trial Court If punishable with death, …

POCSO Act can be invoked in case of marriage with a minor girl under Islamic law: HC
2 years, 1 month ago

POCSO Act can be invoked in case of marriage with a minor girl under Islamic law: HC

The Hindu  

The Kerala High Court has held that marriage between a Muslim man and a Muslim minor girl under their personal law is not excluded from the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act. The court added that if one of the parties to the marriage is a minor, irrespective of the validity or otherwise of the marriage, offences under POCSO …

POCSO is not meant to criminalise consensual relationships: Delhi High Court
2 years, 1 month ago

POCSO is not meant to criminalise consensual relationships: Delhi High Court

The Hindu  

The Delhi High Court has remarked that the intention of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act was to protect children below the age of 18 from sexual exploitation and that it was never meant to criminalise consensual romantic relationships between young adults. The counsel further said that the girl had last year approached the High Court of Punjab …

POCSO Act - Non-Reporting Of Sexual Assault Despite Knowledge Is A Serious Crime : Supreme Court
2 years, 1 month ago

POCSO Act - Non-Reporting Of Sexual Assault Despite Knowledge Is A Serious Crime : Supreme Court

Live Law  

The Supreme Court observed that non-reporting of sexual assault against a minor child despite knowledge is a serious crime.More often than not, it is an attempt to shield the offenders of the crime of sexual assault, the bench of Justices Ajay Rastogi and CT Ravikumar said while setting aside the Bombay High Court order that quashed criminal proceedings against a …

POCSO Act Prevails Over SC/ST Act; Accused Entitled To Directly Approach High Court U/S 439 CrPC When Charged Under Both Statutes: Kerala HC
2 years, 1 month ago

POCSO Act Prevails Over SC/ST Act; Accused Entitled To Directly Approach High Court U/S 439 CrPC When Charged Under Both Statutes: Kerala HC

Live Law  

The Kerala High Court has held that the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 prevails over the Scheduled Tribes Act, 1989. When the Petitioner approached the High Court for bail, the Registry raised an objection that in view of the offences alleged under the SC/ST Act, an application for bail can be filed only before the Special Court …

Kerala HC Initiates Suo Motu PIL For Protection And Rehabilitation Of Children In Streets
2 years, 2 months ago

Kerala HC Initiates Suo Motu PIL For Protection And Rehabilitation Of Children In Streets

Live Law  

The Kerala High Court on Tuesday initiated suo motu Public Interest Litigation captioned 'Protection and Rehabilitation of Children in Streets' on noting the plight of the nomadic children begging or selling knick-knacks at busy junctions and tourist spots. The Suo Motu PIL has been initiated with the intention that such children ought to be taken care of, sent to shelter …

[POCSO Act] Child Sexual Abuse Increasing Alarmingly, Courts Must Imbibe Legislative Wisdom: Delhi High Court
2 years, 2 months ago

[POCSO Act] Child Sexual Abuse Increasing Alarmingly, Courts Must Imbibe Legislative Wisdom: Delhi High Court

Live Law  

Observing that offences against minors, especially sexual assault, are increasing alarmingly, the Delhi High Court on Tuesday stressed that it is necessary for the courts to "imbibe the legislative wisdom" behind enactment of the Protection of Children Against Sexual Offences Act. Observing that rape is a heinous crime which is abhorrent not only as against the victim but also against …

The persecution of consent
2 years, 2 months ago

The persecution of consent

The Hindu  

Meena* and her classmate Ravi had liked each other from the time they were in school together. A 2017 study by the Indian Council for Child Welfare on children apprehended under the POCSO Act for elopement in Tamil Nadu indicated that of the 118 boys who were apprehended for various sexual crimes under the Act and brought before the Juvenile …

PIL seeks speedy trial of POCSO cases, Bombay HC asks petitioner to approach ad-hoc committee
2 years, 2 months ago

PIL seeks speedy trial of POCSO cases, Bombay HC asks petitioner to approach ad-hoc committee

India Today  

A plea was filed in Bombay High Court seeking directions to special courts under Protection of Children under Sexual Offences Act in Mumbai to record statements of minor victims within two months. Apart from expeditious disposal of POCSO cases, the petitioner also sought direction to record evidence of all victims in all POCSO matters within 30 days of court taking …

'Directions May Be Passed On Administrative Side': Bombay High Court On PIL For Timely Recording Of POCSO Victim's Testimony
2 years, 2 months ago

'Directions May Be Passed On Administrative Side': Bombay High Court On PIL For Timely Recording Of POCSO Victim's Testimony

Live Law  

The Bombay High Court on Monday directed a public interest litigant, who was seeking proper enforcement of POCSO Act, to approach the High Court Committee on POCSO matters, with his suggestions.The petition particularly sought directions to the Special Courts to ensure that the testimony of the minor victim is recorded within one month, as per Section 35 of the POCSO …

Himachal Pradesh High Court Issues Directions To POCSO Courts For Protection Of Identity Of Rape, Sexual Offence Victims
2 years, 3 months ago

Himachal Pradesh High Court Issues Directions To POCSO Courts For Protection Of Identity Of Rape, Sexual Offence Victims

Live Law  

The Himachal Pradesh High Court recently issued certain directions to the Special POCSO Courts so as to ensure that the identity of the child victim shall not be disclosed, at any time, during the course of investigation or trial.The bench of Justice Tarlok Singh Chauhan and Justice Virender Singh issued these directions while dealing with an appeal preferred by the …

[Sexual Offences] Calcutta HC Issues Slew Of Directions To Special Courts To Ensure Smooth & Prompt Examination Of Minor Victims
2 years, 3 months ago

[Sexual Offences] Calcutta HC Issues Slew Of Directions To Special Courts To Ensure Smooth & Prompt Examination Of Minor Victims

Live Law  

The Calcutta High Court recently issued a slew of directions to the Special Courts to ensure a smooth, prompt and seamless examination of the minor victim of sexual offences.The bench of Justice Joymalya Bagchi and Justice Ananya Bandyopadhyay issued the directions while rejecting a bail plea filed by POCSO accused as it noted that the trial Court had failed to …

POCSO Case Against Minor Can Be Quashed On Parties Arriving At Mutual Settlement: Karnataka High Court
2 years, 3 months ago

POCSO Case Against Minor Can Be Quashed On Parties Arriving At Mutual Settlement: Karnataka High Court

Live Law  

The Karnataka High Court on Friday allowed a petition filed by a minor boy and set aside the investigation initiated against him under sections of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act for allegedly sexually assaulting a minor girl, following a mutual settlement having arrived at between the parties. It would not be inapt to notice that young children …

As Dumka & K'taka Mutt Cases Trigger Outrage, A Look at POCSO and Rising Crimes Against Minors
2 years, 3 months ago

As Dumka & K'taka Mutt Cases Trigger Outrage, A Look at POCSO and Rising Crimes Against Minors

News 18  

The latest cases under Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, involving the death of a minor girl in Jharkhand’s Dumka after being set on fire and the Karnataka seer accused of sexually assaulting minor girls, have sparked massive uproar. Allahabad HC’s observation received backlash on social media with users pointing out the Supreme Court’s earlier order which stated that …

Hyderabad tops the Pocso cases chart
2 years, 3 months ago

Hyderabad tops the Pocso cases chart

Deccan Chronicle  

HYDERABAD: The number of cases reported in Telangana under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offenses Act and cybercrime targeting children has increased significantly, police data show. But, the number of convictions has also gone up Additional director general of police, women safety, Swati Lakra told Deccan Chronicle that Hyderabad has the dubious distinction of having the highest number of …

POCSO: a case study
2 years, 8 months ago

POCSO: a case study

The Hindu  

Geetha* says she remembers feeling helpless and daunted when she decided to file a complaint after she found out that her husband had sexually abused their daughter. The number of cases registered under the POCSO Act in Tamil Nadu has seen a steady increase 2012 43 2013 660 2014 1088 2015 1574 2016 1654 2017 1667 2018 2126 2019 2465 …

POCSO cases on the rise as exposure to social media leaves children vulnerable
2 years, 8 months ago

POCSO cases on the rise as exposure to social media leaves children vulnerable

The Hindu  

In November last year, the Ernakulam Additional District and Sessions Court for the trial of cases related to atrocities and sexual violence against women and children sentenced a man to 50 years of rigorous imprisonment for sexually abusing a six-year-old boy. “The increasing numbers is the result of our sustained awareness campaigns starting from the Anganwadi level on the importance …

Presumption U/S 29 POCSO Act Comes Into Play Even At Pre Trial Stage: Jammu & Kashmir & Ladakh High Court
2 years, 9 months ago

Presumption U/S 29 POCSO Act Comes Into Play Even At Pre Trial Stage: Jammu & Kashmir & Ladakh High Court

Live Law  

The Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court has observed that presumption under Section 29 of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 comes into play even at the pre-trial stage.The Bench of Justice Javed Iqbal Wani observed thus as it agreed with a Jugdment of the Coordinate Bench of the High Court about the applicability of the …

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