Court Rules Defamatory Posts on Social Media Constitute 'Cyber Defamation' Under Section 499 IPC, Announces Upcoming Effective Cognizable Offense Law: Kerala High Court
In a recent judgment by the Kerala High Court, Justice A. Badharuideen addressed the petition filed by Satheeshkumar B R challenging the charges against him under Section 509 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and Section 120(o) of the Kerala Police Act (K.P Act). The Court decided not to quash the criminal proceedings, emphasizing the seriousness of the allegations made. Case Details: - Petitioner: Satheeshkumar B R, aged 48, residing…
