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“Young boy ultimately bears the consequences”: Madras High Court Flags Harsh Impact of POCSO Cases in Consensual Adolescent Relationships, Quashes 20-Year POCSO Sentence
High Court Mar 06, 2026

“Young boy ultimately bears the consequences”: Madras High Court Flags Harsh Impact of POCSO Cases in Consensual Adolescent Relationships, Quashes 20-Year POCSO Sentence

A boy sentenced to 20 years under POCSO and 5 years under Section 366 IPC in a consensual teenage relationship case was later acquitted due to faulty age proof. The bigger question remains — how long will consensual relationships keep turning into criminal cases against young men? MADURAI: In a recent judgment, Justice N. Mala…
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Rajasthan High Court Acquits Former Sarpanch in POCSO Case: “Unnatural Behaviour For Victim To Accompany Rapist To Hotel”, Stresses Proof Beyond Doubt
High Court Feb 10, 2026

Rajasthan High Court Acquits Former Sarpanch in POCSO Case: “Unnatural Behaviour For Victim To Accompany Rapist To Hotel”, Stresses Proof Beyond Doubt

The Rajasthan High Court has set aside a POCSO conviction, holding that the prosecution failed to prove the victim’s minority and the allegations beyond a reasonable doubt.The Court warned that criminal law cannot be driven by assumptions, suspicion, or selective evidence. JAIPUR: The Rajasthan High Court has acquitted a former sarpanch who was earlier convicted…

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POCSO Case | Age Gap Between Boy & Girl Significant Factor Which Is Ignored by Law: P&H High Court Suspends 20-Year Sentence of Minor Boy in Teenage Relationship
High Court Feb 9, 2026

POCSO Case | Age Gap Between Boy & Girl Significant Factor Which Is Ignored by Law: P&H High Court Suspends 20-Year Sentence of Minor Boy in Teenage Relationship

The Punjab and Haryana High Court suspended a 20-year POCSO sentence of a minor boy, noting a small age gap, a delayed FIR, and circumstances indicating consensual teenage intimacy. The order highlights how rigid laws can devastate young boys’ lives before their appeals are even heard. CHANDIGARH: In an important and sensitive order, the Punjab…

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Tripura High Court Upholds POCSO Conviction Despite DNA Mismatch: Negative Test Report Only Disproves Paternity, Not Rape Charges
High Court Feb 9, 2026

Tripura High Court Upholds POCSO Conviction Despite DNA Mismatch: Negative Test Report Only Disproves Paternity, Not Rape Charges

The Tripura High Court ruled that a negative DNA report only rules out paternity, not the offence of rape, and upheld a 20-year sentence under POCSO. At the same time, the Court set aside the younger brother’s conviction due to serious inconsistencies, underscoring the need for scrutiny in such cases. AGARTALA: In a judgment dealing…

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POCSO Case | Evidence of the Victim Girl Is Inconsistent and Not Trustworthy: Karnataka High Court Upholds Acquittal of 2 Accused Men
High Court Feb 5, 2026

POCSO Case | Evidence of the Victim Girl Is Inconsistent and Not Trustworthy: Karnataka High Court Upholds Acquittal of 2 Accused Men

The Karnataka High Court dismissed the State’s appeal in a POCSO case, holding that the victim’s statements were inconsistent and unsupported by medical or age-proof evidence. The Court reaffirmed that serious criminal charges cannot survive without clear, reliable, and corroborated testimony. BENGALURU: The Karnataka High Court at Bengaluru, in a Division Bench comprising Justice H.P….

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Rajasthan High Court Acquits Former Sarpanch in POCSO Case: “Unnatural Behaviour For Victim To Accompany Rapist To Hotel”, Stresses Proof Beyond Doubt
High Court Feb 10, 2026 0

Rajasthan High Court Acquits Former Sarpanch in POCSO Case: “Unnatural Behaviour For Victim To Accompany Rapist To Hotel”, Stresses Proof Beyond Doubt

The Rajasthan High Court has set aside a POCSO conviction, holding that the prosecution failed to prove the victim’s minority and the allegations beyond a reasonable doubt.The Court warned that criminal law cannot be driven by assumptions, suspicion, or selective evidence. JAIPUR: The Rajasthan High Court has acquitted a former sarpanch who was earlier convicted…

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POCSO Case | Age Gap Between Boy & Girl Significant Factor Which Is Ignored by Law: P&H High Court Suspends 20-Year Sentence of Minor Boy in Teenage Relationship
High Court Feb 9, 2026 0

POCSO Case | Age Gap Between Boy & Girl Significant Factor Which Is Ignored by Law: P&H High Court Suspends 20-Year Sentence of Minor Boy in Teenage Relationship

The Punjab and Haryana High Court suspended a 20-year POCSO sentence of a minor boy, noting a small age gap, a delayed FIR, and circumstances indicating consensual teenage intimacy. The order highlights how rigid laws can devastate young boys’ lives before their appeals are even heard. CHANDIGARH: In an important and sensitive order, the Punjab…

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Tripura High Court Upholds POCSO Conviction Despite DNA Mismatch: Negative Test Report Only Disproves Paternity, Not Rape Charges
High Court Feb 9, 2026 0

Tripura High Court Upholds POCSO Conviction Despite DNA Mismatch: Negative Test Report Only Disproves Paternity, Not Rape Charges

The Tripura High Court ruled that a negative DNA report only rules out paternity, not the offence of rape, and upheld a 20-year sentence under POCSO. At the same time, the Court set aside the younger brother’s conviction due to serious inconsistencies, underscoring the need for scrutiny in such cases. AGARTALA: In a judgment dealing…

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POCSO Case | Evidence of the Victim Girl Is Inconsistent and Not Trustworthy: Karnataka High Court Upholds Acquittal of 2 Accused Men
High Court Feb 5, 2026 0

POCSO Case | Evidence of the Victim Girl Is Inconsistent and Not Trustworthy: Karnataka High Court Upholds Acquittal of 2 Accused Men

The Karnataka High Court dismissed the State’s appeal in a POCSO case, holding that the victim’s statements were inconsistent and unsupported by medical or age-proof evidence. The Court reaffirmed that serious criminal charges cannot survive without clear, reliable, and corroborated testimony. BENGALURU: The Karnataka High Court at Bengaluru, in a Division Bench comprising Justice H.P….

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