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MARLI VANKUNG, NELSON SAILO
Tom Lorraince Ngaihawma – Appellant
Versus
State of Mizoram – Respondent
JUDGMENT :
(Nelson Sailo, J)
Heard Ms. Lalngaihsaki Fanai, learned Amicus Curiae for the appellant, Ms. Mary L Khiangte, learned Addl. Public Prosecutor for the State and Mr. Joseph L Renthlei, learned Amicus Curiae for the respondent No. 2.
[2.] This is an appeal from Jail filed by the convict/appellant against the Judgment & Order dated 17.02.2023 passed by the Judge, Fast Track Court- cum-Addl. District & Sessions Judge, Kolasib in Crl. Tr. No. 196/2021 corresponding to S.R No. 8/2021 by which, the appellant has been convicted under Section 6 of the POCSO Act and sentenced to undergo Rigorous Imprisonment for 2 years and to pay fine of Rs. 20,000/- with a default clause.
[3.] During the course of hearing, the attention of this Court was drawn to the fact that there were materials to show during the trial that the appellant was not mentally stable. Therefore, a requisition was made by the Trial Court for getting him examined by the Medical Board. Although medical examination is said to have been done but the issue of insanity remained inconclusive through the judgment of the Trial Court. Therefore, this Court on 22.05.2024 found it fi
The court emphasized the necessity of a conclusive medical evaluation to determine the appellant's mental state at the time of the offense under Section 84 IPC.
The court emphasized the right to present a defense and the importance of examining pertinent evidence to resolve issues regarding the accused's mental state.
The court established that individuals deemed mentally unfit cannot be tried, emphasizing the need for appropriate medical evaluation and treatment before any legal proceedings.
The court mandated adherence to mental health evaluation procedures for defendants deemed unfit to stand trial, emphasizing statutory compliance with mental health laws.
Point of Law : Section 105 of Mental Healthcare Act, 2017 deals with procedure to be followed in a judicial process where any proof of mental illness of a person is produced.
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A person with a significant mental illness, at the time of the offence, may be deemed incapable of criminal responsibility under IPC Section 84.
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