The Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi designates specific courts to handle cases against Members of Parliament (MPs) and Members of Legislative Assembly (MLAs) related to offences under the Commissions for Protection of Child Rights Act, 2005 and Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012.
Key Changes
Three courts are designated to hear cases against MPs and MLAs related to offences under the Commissions for Protection of Child Rights Act, 2005.
The designated courts are: Court of Special Judge (PC Act) (CBI)-09, Court of Special Judge (PC Act) (CBI)-23, and Court of Special Judge (PC Act) (CBI)-24, all located at Rouse Avenue Court Complex, Delhi.
These courts are also deemed as Special Courts under Section 28 of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012.
Impact Analysis
Impact on MPs and MLAs
This may lead to quicker and more specialized handling of cases related to child rights and sexual offences involving public representatives.
Impact on Judiciary
The courts will need to ensure efficient and fair trials, adhering to the provisions of both the Commissions for Protection of Child Rights Act, 2005 and the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012.
Impact on Government
This includes providing necessary resources and support to the courts for effective case management.
Impact on Child Rights Protection
This reinforces the commitment to protecting child rights and ensuring accountability for those in positions of power.
Suggested Action Items
Monitor the performance of the designated courts to assess their effectiveness in expediting cases and ensuring justice.
Key Entities Referenced
Commissions for Protection of Child Rights Act, 2005: An Act to provide for the constitution of a National Commission for Protection of Child Rights and State Commissions for Protection of Child Rights to effectively safeguard the rights of children.
Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012: An Act to protect children from sexual abuse and exploitation.
Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India: The ministry responsible for internal security, law and order, and other related matters in India.
High Court of Delhi: The High Court having jurisdiction over the National Capital Territory of Delhi.
Lt. Governor of National Capital Territory of Delhi: The administrator of the National Capital Territory of Delhi.
Court of Special Judge (PC Act) (CBI)-09, Rouse Avenue Court Complex, Delhi: A designated special court for hearing cases.
Court of Special Judge (PC Act) (CBI)-23, Rouse Avenue Court Complex, Delhi: A designated special court for hearing cases.
Court of Special Judge (PC Act) (CBI)-24, Rouse Avenue Court Complex, Delhi: A designated special court for hearing cases.
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DEPARTMENT OF WOMEN AND CHILD DEVELOPMENT
NOTIFICATION
Delhi, the 31st July, 2023
F. No. 61(1994)/POCSO Court Notification/DD(CPU)/DWCD/2023-24/6926-59.—In exercise of the
powers conferred under Section 25 of the Commissions for Protection of Child Rights Act 2005(4 of 2006) read with S O.
92(E) dated the 15th January, 2008 of Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India and with concurrence of Hon’ble
Chief Justice of High Court of Delhi, the Lt. Governor of National Capital Territory of Delhi hereby designate the
following courts to try and hear the cases against any Member of Parliament and Member of Legislative Assembly in
relation to commission of any offence under the Commission for Protection of Child Rights Act:—
1. Court of Special Judge (PC Act) (CBI)-09, Rouse Avenue Court Complex, Delhi.
2. Court of Special Judge (PC Act) (CBI)-23, Rouse Avenue Court Complex, Delhi.
3. Court of Special Judge (PC Act) (CBI)-24, Rouse Avenue Court Complex, Delhi
By virtue of provision to Section 28 of Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 the above
Courts shall also deemed to be Special Courts under Section 28 of Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act,
2012.
By Order and in the Name of Lt. Governor of the
National Capital Territory of Delhi,
GARIMA GUPTA, Secy.
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