Vicky Sambhaji Nikam vs State Of Maharashtra And Anr.
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Case Significance
Vicky Sambhaji Nikam vs State Of Maharashtra And Anr. is a Bombay High Court decision dated December 18, 2025 (citation: ik-127118712). The appellant challenged his conviction under the POCSO Act in a case where the prosecution alleged sexual assault on a minor victim in Kurla, Mumbai. The Court found the prosecution failed to prove guilt beyond reasonable doubt, with the defence successfully rebutting the statutory presumption through material admissions elicited during cross-examination of prosecution witnesses. The appeal was allowed and the appellant was acquitted of all charges. The case was heard by Justice R.M. Joshi. Counsel appearing: A.S. Gawai (counsel for respondent), Akshay Dingale (counsel for appellant), Chaitanya Chavan (counsel for respondent), Neil Patel (counsel for respondent), Tapan Thatte (counsel for appellant), Vivek Arote (counsel for appellant).
Summary
The appellant challenged his conviction under the POCSO Act in a case where the prosecution alleged sexual assault on a minor victim in Kurla, Mumbai. The Court found the prosecution failed to prove guilt beyond reasonable doubt, with the defence successfully rebutting the statutory presumption through material admissions elicited during cross-examination of prosecution witnesses. The appeal was allowed and the appellant was acquitted of all charges.
What was the outcome of Vicky Sambhaji Nikam vs State Of Maharashtra And Anr.?
The appellant challenged his conviction under the POCSO Act in a case where the prosecution alleged sexual assault on a minor victim in Kurla, Mumbai. The Court found the prosecution failed to prove g...
Judgment
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