[POCSO] Not Safe To Fasten Liability On Cop Who Waited To Record Informant/Victim's Statement Due To Unavailability Of Female Officer: Kerala HC

The Kerala High Court criticized the state police for significant delays in filing charges under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. The court highlighted a case where a woman police officer's delay in action caused prejudice to the victim. The court emphasized the importance of timely police action to ensure justice and protect victims' rights. The delay was deemed unacceptable, and the court urged for immediate and efficient handling of such cases to prevent further harm to victims.