From complaint to conviction: What happens after a rape case is filed

Indian law outlines clear procedures for reporting and recording sexual assault complaints. Police must file FIRs immediately and ensure survivor statements are taken by women officers. Legal processes aim to protect survivor identity and ensure swift trials through fast-track courts. Cross-examination rules prevent scrutiny of a survivor’s past sexual history. The law recognizes consent as the legal test, not the presence of injuries.
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