#Compromise in Sexual Offences

Allahabad HC rules that criminal proceedings under Sections 376, 504, and 506 IPC may be quashed if both parties are married, have settled the dispute, and the compromise is verified by the trial court. The ruling emphasizes that continuing proceedings would disrupt marital harmony without serving public interest.

Madras HC quashed POCSO proceedings where the victim and her mother confirmed a genuine compromise with the accused stepfather, holding that continuation of trial would serve no purpose when child welfare is secured. The ruling establishes that quashing is permissible in exceptional cases of family reconciliation under Section 528 BNSS, even for non-compoundable offences.

Bombay High Court holds that Section 482 CrPC allows quashing of Section 376(2)(n) IPC proceedings where compromise is voluntary and injuries are non-vital, reinforcing judicial discretion in ends of justice.