Sexual Crimes Can't Be Settled On Compromise But 'Peaceful Family Life' A Humanitarian Ground If Accused & Victim Marry: Kerala High Court
In a significant legal development, the High Court of Kerala has ruled to quash the criminal proceedings against the accused in a case involving serious charges under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act (POCSO Act) and the Indian Penal Code (IPC). This decision marks a notable departure from the court's usual stance on cases involving grave offenses such as rape and sexual assault. Case Background The case, originally…
