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of <h1>Timely Reporting & Cooperation Key: Court Quashes Proceedings Due to Complainant's Misconduct</h1> <h3>Biju Mathew Versus The State of Kerala and Ors.</h3> Biju Mathew Versus The State of Kerala and Ors. - TMI Issues Involved:1. Delay in lodging the FIR and its impact on the prosecution case.2. Allegations of rape and the refusal of the complainant to undergo DNA testing.3. Settlement between the parties and its impact on quashing the criminal proceedings.Issue 1: Delay in lodging the FIR and its impact on the prosecution case:The judgment addresses the delay in lodging the FIR and its consequences on the prosecution case. It cites various legal precedents to highlight that a delayed report can lead to embellishment and exaggeration, casting doubt on its veracity. The court emphasizes that prosecution must satisfactorily explain any delay in lodging the FIR. The judgment asserts that when the substratum of the prosecution case is unreliable, the entire case must be rejected.Issue 2: Allegations of rape and refusal of the complainant to undergo DNA testing:The judgment delves into the case of alleged rape where the accused, who is the cousin of the complainant, is accused of impregnating her. The court notes that the complainant refused to cooperate with DNA testing, leading to the abortion of the fetus, thereby destroying crucial evidence. The court views this conduct seriously, indicating that the refusal to undergo testing and the subsequent abortion raise suspicions about the veracity of the allegations. The court opines that such actions by the complainant amount to malicious intent to scuttle the investigation and judicial process.Issue 3: Settlement between the parties and its impact on quashing the criminal proceedings:The judgment discusses a settlement between the parties, where the complainant states she has settled all disputes with the accused and is no longer interested in pursuing the criminal proceedings. However, the court notes that due to the nature of the offense being rape, mere settlement may not warrant quashing of proceedings. The court emphasizes that the complainant's actions in destroying evidence and attempting to thwart the investigation constitute malicious behavior, justifying the quashing of the criminal proceedings. The court ultimately quashes the FIR and all further proceedings against the accused.In conclusion, the judgment meticulously analyzes the issues related to the delay in lodging the FIR, the refusal of the complainant to undergo DNA testing, and the subsequent settlement between the parties. It underscores the importance of timely reporting, cooperation in investigations, and the impact of malicious actions on the judicial process. The court's decision to quash the criminal proceedings is based on the critical evaluation of the facts and circumstances surrounding the case, ensuring justice and fairness in the legal process.
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