DNA Proves Sexual Intercourse, Not Whether the Relationship Was Consensual, Acquittal in Rape Case Upheld: Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court has upheld the acquittal of a man accused of repeatedly sexually assaulting a woman, administering an intoxicating substance to her, threatening her and committing unnatural sexual acts. Justice Madhu Jain held that DNA evidence can establish sexual intercourse and biological paternity, but it cannot by itself establish whether the sexual relationship was consensual or non-consensual. DNA Evidence Established Biological Paternity The Court noted that DNA samples…
