Steps Taken by Accused to Protect Himself From False Allegations Before FIR Cannot Be Ignored; Rape Conviction Quashed: Chhattisgarh High Court

The Chhattisgarh High Court has set aside the conviction of Raju Sahu for offences under Section 376(1) and Section 506 Part II of the Indian Penal Code, 1860. The Court held that the trial court failed to properly appreciate important defence evidence, including a complaint and a legal notice issued by the accused before the registration of the rape FIR. The High Court observed that these documents were significant and…