A man was falsely alleged in rape case. He was arrested. Jailed. Then given bail after much struggle. During trial judge found that complaint was wrong. He was acquitted by trial court.
But in the process of acquittal, he was financially ruined. He had to pay heavy fees to lawyers. His family life was ruined. His children suffered a lot.
After acquittal he filed civil suit for damages against. He also filed a private criminal complaint for defamation against woman and her brother.
The wife and brother went to High Court to set aside case. High Court said, No.
They approached Supreme Court against order of High Court.
Today, the matter was heard in SC.
SC refused to quash complaint.
SC dismissed SLP filed by woman and his brother with one line order of dismissal.
Gender Neutral Laws.
Supreme Court grinds slowly but grinds surely.
Haresh Raichura
19/7/13
SC dismissed SLP filed by woman and his brother with one line order of dismissal.
Gender Neutral Laws.
Supreme Court grinds slowly but grinds surely.
Haresh Raichura
19/7/13
