Acid Attack Victims Cannot Be Left Dependent on Fine; DLSA Directed to Assess Compensation: Kerala High Court
The Kerala High Court has issued a crucial directive to the District Legal Services Authority (DLSA) in Kasaragod to determine the compensation payable to four victims of an acid attack. The Court emphasized that victim compensation is a mandatory aspect that criminal courts must consider, and victims should not be dependent solely on the fine imposed on the offender. This ruling highlights the judiciary’s commitment to ensuring justice and adequate…
