Sexual Assault Case, Court Upholds FIR Despite Delay, Citing Victim’s Trauma and Legal Presumptions: Himachal Pradesh High Court

In a recent judgment, the High Court of Himachal Pradesh addressed a crucial issue regarding the validity of an FIR in a sexual assault case, focusing on whether an inordinate delay in reporting could justify quashing the complaint. The Court ruled against quashing the FIR solely based on delay, emphasizing the unique challenges faced by victims of sexual offences. Case Details: The case under review involved a petition challenging the…