Law Firm Dismisses Partner Accused of Sexual Assault Against His Minor Daughter
Law firm terminates partner booked over ‘sexual assault’ of minor daughter
The Indian Express
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A law firm in Mumbai has terminated a partner following allegations of sexual assault against his six-year-old daughter. The partner, who was granted anticipatory bail, faces an FIR filed by his wife under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act. The case continues to unfold in court.
- 01A law firm in Mumbai terminated a partner accused of sexually assaulting his minor daughter.
- 02The FIR was filed in February 2023 by the partner's wife, alleging abuse under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act.
- 03The accused was granted anticipatory bail by a Mumbai court, which noted the investigation could proceed without his arrest.
- 04The victim's mother is seeking to cancel the bail and has raised concerns about police inaction.
- 05A supplementary chargesheet is expected to be filed as the investigation continues.
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A law firm in Mumbai has terminated a partner after an FIR was filed against him for allegedly sexually assaulting his six-year-old daughter. The FIR was lodged on February 2, 2023, by the partner's wife, who claimed the assault occurred under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act. The accused was granted anticipatory bail by a special court on March 16, which stated that the investigation could continue without his arrest. The court acknowledged the serious nature of the allegations but noted the ongoing matrimonial dispute between the couple. The victim's mother has sought to cancel the bail, expressing concerns about the trauma suffered by her daughter and alleging police negligence. A chargesheet has been filed, with a supplementary chargesheet anticipated as the investigation progresses.
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This case highlights the serious issue of child protection and the legal challenges faced by victims and their families in seeking justice.
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