criminal proceedings
Allahabad High Court Dismisses POCSO Case: Protecting Happily Married Couple from Unnecessary Legal Harassment
Nov 28, 2025 02:33 am CST
The Allahabad High Court has quashed criminal proceedings under the POCSO Act against a man who married the alleged victim, recognizing that forcing the happily married couple to face trial would constitute harassment. Justice Kshitij Shailendra ruled that courts cannot remain silent spectators when justice demands immediate intervention, especially when the alleged victim herself denies the accusations and supports dismissal of the case filed by her father.
Kerala High Court Rules Broken Marriage Promises Don't Always Constitute Rape: Legal Clarification on Consent and Relationships
Nov 18, 2025 11:39 pm CST
The Kerala High Court has ruled that ending a relationship or marrying someone else does not automatically transform past consensual sexual relationships into rape cases. Justice G Girish clarified that for such charges to stand, it must be proven that deception existed from the beginning of the relationship, emphasizing the importance of distinguishing between genuine relationship breakdowns and fraudulent intent in legal proceedings.
Supreme Court Takes Action Against Delayed Framing of Charges in Criminal Trials
Oct 29, 2025 08:52 pm CST
The Supreme Court of India has announced plans to establish nationwide guidelines addressing the concerning delays in framing charges in criminal cases. Noting instances where charges were delayed up to three years, the Court emphasized that new criminal laws require charge framing within 60 days of the first hearing. The Court has appointed an amicus curiae to assist with developing guidance to expedite trial proceedings across India.
Madhya Pradesh High Court Allows 14-Year-Old Rape Survivor To Undergo Abortion
Sep 23, 2025 02:27 pm CST
The girl, who was 28 weeks pregnant, had initially faced resistance from her parents, but they agreed to the procedure after court-directed counselling.