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Father Gets 20 Years for Raping Daughter
7 May
Summary
- A father was sentenced to 20 years for raping his 13-year-old daughter.
- The court also imposed a Rs 50,000 fine for the survivor.
- Crucial evidence included survivor testimony and medical reports.
In Pune, a court has convicted a father of raping his 13-year-old daughter, sentencing him to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment. The crime occurred on May 13, 2018, at their residence in Hadapsar. The court also mandated a fine of Rs 50,000, designated for the survivor.
The prosecution successfully presented evidence, including testimony from the rape survivor and her mother, which was significantly corroborated by medical examinations. The father, an industrial firm employee, was arrested on May 15, 2018, and has remained in custody since then.
This conviction was for offenses under the Indian Penal Code and the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. The court recommended that the District Legal Services Authority determine additional compensation for the survivor under the state's Victim Compensation Scheme.
