Raju Das v. State of West Bengal
Case brief
What is this about?
The High Court rejected the petitioner's bail application in a POCSO case where the petitioner, an adult male, was accused of sexual assault on an 8-9 year old minor. The court noted the minor's evidence in chief was corroborated by her mother and did not grant bail, urging the trial court to conclude the trial within six months.
What did the court decide?
The prayer for bail of the petitioner is rejected. The trial court is directed to conclude the trial within six months.