Child Victims Should Not Be Repeatedly Summoned in POCSO Trials, Court Emphasises Use of Video Testimony: Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court recently held that minor victims in cases under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act 2012 must not be repeatedly summoned to court during trial proceedings or bail hearings. The Court observed that repeated appearances of child victims can cause serious psychological trauma and defeat the purpose of protective safeguards provided under the POCSO Act 2012. The judgment was delivered by Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma,…
