‘Victim married accused, didn’t view act as crime..’: SC uses special powers to avoid sentencing man in POCSO case

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May 23, 2025

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The Supreme Court used Article 142 to avoid sentencing a man convicted under POCSO, citing the victim’s emotional bond and the failure of the legal system.

Pravrajya Suruchi

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‘Victim married accused, didn’t view act as crime..’: SC uses special powers to avoid sentencing man in POCSO case

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