POCSO Act case can be quashed to preserve happy married life of accused and victim: Himachal Pradesh High Court

While quashing such cases, courts must ensure that the compromise is not a camouflage to escape punishment and the consent given by the victim is voluntary.
Justice Tarlok Singh Chauhan and Justice Satyen Vaidya with Himachal Pradesh High Court
Justice Tarlok Singh Chauhan and Justice Satyen Vaidya with Himachal Pradesh High Court
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The Himachal Pradesh High Court recently held that a case of child sexual abuse under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act (POCSO Act) can be quashed on the ground of compromise to preserve the happy family life of the accused and the victim who are married. [Ranjeet Kumar v. State of Himachal Pradesh & Ors]

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