Yediyurappa POCSO case : Bengaluru Court Issues Non-Bailable Warrant Against Former Karnataka CM Yediyurappa in POCSO Case
In a significant legal development, a Bengaluru court has issued a non-bailable arrest warrant against B S Yediyurappa, the former Chief Minister of Karnataka, in connection with a case under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. The warrant was issued following allegations of sexual harassment and assault leveled against him by the mother of a 17-year-old girl.
According to reports, the complainant alleged that the incident took place during a meeting at Yediyurappa’s residence in February this year. The former CM, who has vehemently denied all accusations, described them as part of a political vendetta against him.
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Yediyurappa’s legal team has promptly applied for anticipatory bail, which is set to be heard in a special court on the matter. Meanwhile, Karnataka’s Criminal Investigation Department (CID), tasked with investigating the case, has issued a notice requiring Yediyurappa to appear for questioning. The CID has also indicated that arrest may follow procedural requirements, including the filing of a charge-sheet by June 15.
The development comes amidst heightened scrutiny and public interest, given Yediyurappa’s prominent political stature and the seriousness of the allegations. The case has underscored ongoing debates surrounding accountability and due process in cases of alleged sexual offenses.
Yediyurappa, aged 81 and a seasoned politician, has emphasized his intention to contest the charges legally and expressed confidence in the judicial process. His legal representatives are expected to argue for bail on grounds of innocence and lack of evidence substantiating the accusations.
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The unfolding legal proceedings are closely monitored by political observers and the public alike, with implications potentially extending beyond the immediate legal ramifications to broader political and social discourse.
As the situation evolves, further developments in the case are anticipated, pending the outcome of the anticipatory bail hearing and subsequent legal proceedings.
