POCSO Accused Entitled to Unredacted Prosecution Records, Balance Required Between Right to Defend and Minor's Privacy: Kerala High Court

In a significant judgment, the Kerala High Court has ruled that an accused in a POCSO case is entitled to receive unmasked copies of prosecution records, essential for their defense. The ruling emphasizes the need for courts to balance the "privacy of the victims" with the rights of the accused. Key Observations from the Judgment 1. Legal Framework: The court's decision references Section 207 and Section 208 of the Criminal…