POCSO Act + fast-track special courts — process (2026 guide)

• POCSO Act 2012 — comprehensive framework
• FTSCs designated since 2018
• Statutory 1-year disposal under CrPC §439A
• Child-friendly procedures: in-camera, victim shielded
• POCSO e-Box for online complaints (NCPCR)
• RTI to court for case status + delays

1. FIR at any police station — Mandatory under POCSO §19.
2. Special Juvenile Police Unit handles — Trained staff.
3. Medical examination + statement — Forensic + judicial magistrate.
4. Charge-sheet within 60-90 days — Statutory.
5. Trial in FTSC — 1-year disposal target.
6. Compensation under POCSO Rules — Free legal aid.

• FIR refused — file under §154(3) to SP. Mandatory.
• Trial delayed > 12 months — RTI for cause + remedy.
• Witness intimidation — apply for witness protection.
• Compensation delayed — RTI to State Legal Services Authority.

Court records are split: judicial records (case file, orders) follow CPC rules + court counter; administrative records (vacancy, infrastructure, listing logic, judges' assets) are disclosable via RTI to the court PIO.

1. Status of my case no. _____ as on date.
2. Reasons for delay / non-listing in past 30 days.
3. Number of similar cases pending + disposed in past 12 months.
4. Procedure to seek certified copy / file inspection.
5. Name + designation of court PIO + appellate authority.

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Yes — free legal aid via DLSA. Free medical exam.

Yes — child's identity protected by law.

Yes — under POCSO Rules + State Victim Compensation Scheme.

Statutory. RTI if exceeded.

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Last reviewed: 26 April 2026.