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Benefits of Doubt to the Accused in POSCO Case Due to Inadequate Investigation
Key Points and Insights
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Benefit of Doubt Due to Insufficient Evidence: Several cases highlight that when the prosecution's evidence is weak or inconsistent, courts tend to favor the accused by granting the benefit of doubt. For example, in State Rep. by the Deputy Superintendent of Police, Embal Police Station, Pudukkottai District VS Samivel @ Raja - Madras, the court emphasized that the accused's innocence is more probable when witnesses fail to support the prosecution case, especially in sensitive cases like sexual offenses against minors.
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Impact of Improper or Incomplete Investigation: In cases such as Rajeev Kumar vs Govt. of NCT of Delhi - Central Administrative Tribunal and Ms. Eera Through Dr. Manjula Krippendorf VS State (Govt. of NCT of Delhi) - Supreme Court, courts have noted that dismissals or acquittals often result from procedural lapses or inadequate investigations. The absence of proper departmental inquiries or failure to follow legal procedures can lead courts to favor the accused, recognizing that a flawed investigation undermines the prosecution's case.
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Delay and Procedural Irregularities: Cases like IN RE: Right to Privacy of Adolescents VS . - Supreme Court and In Re: Right to Privacy of Adolescents VS . - Supreme Court point out that delays in investigation and procedural irregularities (e.g., gross delays, improper arrest procedures) weaken the prosecution's case and can justify granting the benefit of doubt to the accused.
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Judicial Approach Favoring Fair Trial: Courts have consistently underscored the importance of thorough and proper investigation, especially in sensitive cases involving minors or sexual offenses. When investigation is lacking, courts are more inclined to err on the side of caution, ensuring the accused's rights are protected.
Analysis and Conclusion
The provided sources collectively underscore that a proper, diligent investigation is crucial in securing a conviction in POSCO and related cases. When investigations are flawed, incomplete, or procedural safeguards are not followed, courts tend to favor the accused by granting the benefit of doubt. This approach safeguards against wrongful convictions, especially in cases where evidence is weak or suspect, emphasizing the principle that the burden of proof lies heavily on the prosecution.
References: - State Rep. by the Deputy Superintendent of Police, Embal Police Station, Pudukkottai District VS Samivel @ Raja - Madras - Rajeev Kumar vs Govt. of NCT of Delhi - Central Administrative Tribunal - Ms. Eera Through Dr. Manjula Krippendorf VS State (Govt. of NCT of Delhi) - Supreme Court - IN RE: Right to Privacy of Adolescents VS . - Supreme Court - In Re: Right to Privacy of Adolescents VS . - Supreme Court - MUNIRAJU vs STATE OF KARNATAKA - Karnataka - Pappu VS State of Uttar Pradesh - Supreme Court - Just Rights For Children Alliance VS S. Harish - Supreme Court
In summary, the benefit of doubt to the accused in POSCO cases is often justified by the lack of proper investigation, procedural lapses, and insufficient evidence, reinforcing the importance of thorough and fair investigative procedures.
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2024 6 Supreme 193 • India - Supreme Court
ABHAY S. OKA, UJJAL BHUYAN
is biological father of child born to victim – There is no evidence to prove that accused took victim out of keeping of lawful guardian ... , machinery created by law failed – Accused is guilty of offences punishable under sub-sections (2)(n) and (3) of Section 376 of ... Section 482 [Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 – Section 528] – Kidnapping and rape of minor girl – Acquittal by High Court – Accused ... Admittedly, the accused is the biological father of the child. There was a gross delay in the inve....
2024 Supreme(Online)(CAT) 12761 • India - Central Administrative Tribunal
Mr. Rajinder Kashyap, A, Mr. R.N. Singh, J
, faced dismissal based on allegations of serious crimes including rape, without a proper departmental inquiry being conducted. ... ... ... Findings of Court: ... The dismissal orders were deemed arbitrary and without proper legal justification; the impugned orders ... ... ... Result: Original Application partly allowed with orders for reinstatement and entitlement to benefits. ... On 18.01.2017, the accused Rajiv Kumar S/o Sh Gurcharan Dass R/o S-117, School Block, 1" floor, Shakar Pur Delhi was arrested. The CDR o....
2022 0 Supreme(Mad) 5 • India - Madras
in favour of the accused herein is no match to the aggravating circumstances - Crl.A. ... had developed friendship with deceased child to fulfil his sexual desire - accused took her to an isolated place and committed the ... Later on, accused, fearing that deceased child would reveal commission of offence to others, dashed her head against a tree and also ... Therefore, it was pleaded that the accused is entitled to the benefit of doubt, as the witnesses failed to support the prosecution case#....
2025 6 Supreme 29 • India - Supreme Court
ABHAY S. OKA, UJJAL BHUYAN
victim and child – Though accused stands convicted, he will not undergo sentence – This case should not be a precedent – Directions ... is very poor – At present, victim, accused and her daughter are staying in a temporary shelter – Accused is uneducated and is working ... This Court confirmed acquittal of accused for offences punishable under Sections 363 and 366 of the IPC. ... Admittedly, the accused is the biological father of the child. There was a gross delay in the inv....
2025 0 Supreme(Jhk) 1543 • India - IN THE HIGH COURT OF JHARKHAND AT RANCHI
SUJIT NARAYAN PRASAD
significant loss to exchequer; Arrest procedures communicated as per law; Petitioner’s involvement corroborated by statements of co-accused ... (Paras 1-104) ... ... Findings of Court: ... The arrest was valid as it followed proper procedures ... in bail matters; Societal impact of such offenses highlighted; Bail not granted owing to seriousness of allegations and ongoing investigations ... During the course of further investigation in the matter, certain properties acquired by the petitioner accused#HL_END....
2016 0 Supreme(Del) 4366 • India - Delhi
GITA MITTAL, R.K.GAUBA
of Children from Sexual Offences Rules, 2012 - Rule 7 - Sexual offences - Special Court - Jurisdiction - FIR was registered for investigation ... Additional Sessions Judge - There is no reference that the trial court was conscious that the jurisdiction it was exercising in the case ... trust and authority vis-à-vis the prosecutrix having control and dominance over her - Prosecutrix was under 16 years' of age - Case ... Section 221 (1) Cr.P.C. guides the criminal courts that in case of doubt, it is #HL_S....
2025 Supreme(Online)(Kar) 29920 • India - Karnataka High Court
M.NAGAPRASANNA, J
... ... Issues: Whether proceedings can be quashed due to the marriage of the accused and victim and resultant childbirth. ... 8, 12, 43) ... ... (B) Quashment of proceedings - The court reiterated that even if the accused ... ... ... Facts of the case: ... The petitioner married the victim, aged 17 at marriage, and a child was born. ... This can be done by directing the State to constitute a team of two or three experts, including a clinical psychologist and a social scientist, who should meet the victim at a #HL_....
2022 2 Supreme 641 • India - Supreme Court
A. M. KHANWILKAR, DINESH MAHESHWARI, C. T. RAVIKUMAR
Thus, it appears just and proper to apply the course adopted in various cases involving the crimes of similar nature where, even ... (Paras 19.2 and 20) Facts of the case: Present appeals by special leave are directed ... against the judgment and order dated 06.10.2017 in Reference No. 13 of 2016 and Capital Case No. 6601 of 2016 whereby, High Court ... Even otherwise, every irregularity in maintaining the record pertaining to the investigation cannot take away the crux and substance of the matter, if there are strong su....
2018 4 Supreme 33 • India - Supreme Court
DIPAK MISRA, ROHINTON FALI NARIMAN
Code of Criminal procedure, 1973 – Section 357 – Compensation – Victim mentally disabled and accused ... against the respondent No. 2 alleging that he had committed rape on her mentally retarded daughter and on the basis of the FIR, investigation ... Defence Colony to the Crime Branch for proper supervisional investigation were not allowed. As the impugned order would show, the High Court directed that the case should be assigned to a trial court presided over by a lady Judge in Saket Court. ... ... (2....
2024 7 Supreme 129 • India - Supreme Court
D. Y. CHANDRACHUD, J. B. PARDIWALA
Section 528] – Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 – Section 15 – Child Pornography – Quashing petition – During investigation ... , he can rebut the same – Since a negative cannot be proved, accused cannot be asked to disprove his guilt even before foundational ... possession” of such material in Section 15 of POCSO – Where any child pornographic material is in constructive possession of an accused ... In the present case, the materials collected during investigation would show that ....
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