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Karnataka High Court Quashes Order for Repeated Cross-Examination of Child Witness

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Karnataka High Court Quashes Order for Repeated Cross-Examination of Child Witness
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The Karnataka High Court has ruled that a child who has already been cross-examined in a sexual offence case cannot be repeatedly recalled for further questioning without strong reasons. The court cited the need to protect child witnesses from further psychological distress and ensured that the accused's right to a fair trial is not compromised.

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Published Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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