Law Does Not Provide Immunity From DNA Profiling Merely Because the Accused and Victim Are Siblings: Kerala High Court

Ernakulam, September 25, 2024 — In a significant ruling by the High Court of Kerala, presided over by Justice A. Badhurudeen, the court addressed crucial issues surrounding the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act (POCSO Act) and the legality of DNA profiling in criminal investigations. Case Overview The case arose from Crime No. 686/2023, registered at the Chalakkudy Police Station in Thrissur. The allegations involved a serious crime against…