Fear From Leagle Issue Or Afraid From Ipc Dhara

940 votes

Because the conduct you describe happened when you were 15, it falls into the category of a conduct involving a minor under Indian law. Criminal proceedings for sexual acts involving persons below 18 are governed primarily by the POCSO Act and, where the alleged offender was a minor, by the Juvenile Justice procedure that applies to offenders under 18. That means any complaint about the incident would be processed differently than an ordinary adult prosecution. Given the sensitivity and potential legal consequences, do not make any public or written admissions; consult a criminal lawyer immediately and also consider mental-health support. Key legal points (concise): Age at time of act matters: You say the act occurred when you were 15. In Indian law, persons under 18 are treated as children for sexual-offence purposes. Any criminal complaint about that incident would be considered in the light of your being a juvenile at the time. POCSO / sexual-offence framework: Sexual acts involving persons under 18 are within the scope of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act (POCSO). POCSO defines offences such as sexual assault and sexual harassment and applies irrespective of “consent” if the other person was a child. Juvenile procedure: If the accused was a minor when the act occurred, proceedings (if initiated) would normally be handled under juvenile laws (Juvenile Justice Board/Child Welfare system) applicable at the time of the offence, not as an ordinary criminal trial for an adult. If no complaint exists now: If the alleged victim has not complained, there may be no active legal proceeding. However, a complaint can technically be filed later — whether and how it will proceed depends on facts, evidence, the ages of both persons at the time, and the discretion of authorities/courts. If a complaint has been filed or is likely: Do not give statements to police without a lawyer. Consult a criminal lawyer immediately to protect your legal rights and to clarify whether the matter is within juvenile jurisdiction or otherwise. Feel free to reach out me.

Advocate Ashwin Garg LawRato

821 votes

Focus on living responsibly, respectfully, and ensuring such conduct never repeats. What defines you now is your insight, not a mistake from childhood. If you ever need further guidance, feel free to reach out.

Advocate Madhvi Chopra LawRato