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Person receiving info from minor victim about sexual assault must report to authorities: SC
Supreme Court declared minor victim reports credible under POCSO Act. Recipients must report sexual assault information to authorities immediately. Teachers and headmistress were discharged from POCSO charges by lower courts. The Supreme Court overturned these decisions, citing a broader interpretation of knowledge. Only those receiving direct information from the victim are liable for failure to report.
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Person receiving info from minor victim about sexual assault must report to authorities: SC
Supreme Court declared minor victim reports credible under POCSO Act. Recipients must report sexual assault information to authorities immediately. Teachers and headmistress were…
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Headmistress to be prosecuted under POCSO; Supreme Court says anyone failing to report child sexual abuse can face action
The Supreme Court has expanded the definition of knowledge under the POCSO Act. Anyone aware of a sexual offense against a child must report it. Failure to report can lead to…