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Himachal Pradesh High Court Upholds Conviction Under Child Protection Laws Despite Victim’s Consent Due to Her Minority, Holding “Consent of Minor Is Immaterial” While Rejecting Defence Claims of Prior Relationship and Voluntary Accompaniment

Court’s Decision The appeal challenging the conviction and sentence under Sections 363, 366 IPC and Section 4 POCSO was dismissed. The conviction and concurrent sentences of 2 years, 3 years,…

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Rawlaw July 6, 2025

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Calcutta High Court Refuses to Quash Criminal Proceedings in Cheating Case Involving Dishonoured Cheques: “Disputed Claims in Business Transactions Cannot Be Resolved Through a Quashing Petition”

Court’s Decision The Calcutta High Court declined to quash criminal proceedings initiated under Sections 420 and 406 of the Indian Penal Code, observing that the issues raised by the petitioner…

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Rawlaw June 25, 2025

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