Accused In Rape, POCSO Case Can't Be Declared 'Proclaimed Offender', Only 'Proclaimed Person': Delhi High Court

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16 April 2026 3:45 PM IST

  • Accused In Rape, POCSO Case Cant Be Declared Proclaimed Offender, Only Proclaimed Person: Delhi High Court

    The Delhi High Court has clarified that an accused facing charges under rape and the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act cannot be declared a “proclaimed offender” under Section 82 CrPC, as such offences do not fall within the category specified under Section 82(4).Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma made the observation while modifying a Sessions Court order which had...

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