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 +metatag-keywords=(pocso, pocso fast track, pocso court, pocso rti, fast track sexual offences)
 +metatag-description=(POCSO Act 2012 + Fast Track Special Courts (FTSCs) for sexual offences against children. 1-year statutory disposal.)
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 +====== POCSO Act + fast-track special courts — process (2026 guide) ======
 +
 +{{ :social:auto:ecourts-pocso-fast-track.png?direct&1200 }}
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 +<WRAP info>
 +**Quick answer:** POCSO Act 2012 protects children from sexual offences. Fast Track Special Courts (FTSCs) handle POCSO + rape cases — statutory 1-year disposal under Cr PC §439A. 1,000+ FTSCs across India.
 +</WRAP>
 +
 +===== Key facts =====
 +  * 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
 +
 +===== Step-by-step =====
 +  - **FIR at any police station** — Mandatory under POCSO §19.
 +  - **Special Juvenile Police Unit handles** — Trained staff.
 +  - **Medical examination + statement** — Forensic + judicial magistrate.
 +  - **Charge-sheet within 60-90 days** — Statutory.
 +  - **Trial in FTSC** — 1-year disposal target.
 +  - **Compensation under POCSO Rules** — Free legal aid.
 +
 +===== Common issues =====
 +  * 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.
 +
 +===== If stuck — file an RTI =====
 +
 +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.
 +
 +<code>
 +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.
 +</code>
 +
 +**Auto-fill the PIO + your case:** [[:rti-for-court-case-delay|Open the AI RTI Drafter →]]
 +
 +===== Frequently asked questions =====
 +==== Free? ====
 +Yes — free legal aid via DLSA. Free medical exam.
 +
 +==== Confidentiality? ====
 +Yes — child's identity protected by law.
 +
 +==== Compensation? ====
 +Yes — under POCSO Rules + State Victim Compensation Scheme.
 +
 +==== 1-year disposal really? ====
 +Statutory. RTI if exceeded.
 +
 +===== Summary + next step =====
 +
 +<WRAP center round tip 90%>
 +**Bottom line:** POCSO Act 2012 protects children from sexual offences. Fast Track Special Courts (FTSCs) handle POCSO + rape cases — statutory 1-year disposal under Cr PC §439A. 1,000+ FTSCs across India.
 +
 +  * **AI RTI Drafter:** [[:rti-for-court-case-delay|Auto-fill PIO + your case]]
 +  * **Browse all eCourts guides:** [[:ecourts:start|eCourts index]]
 +  * **Helplines + grievance:** [[:helplines:start|32 helplines]]
 +</WRAP>
 +
 +===== Related =====
 +  * [[:ecourts:start|All eCourts + judicial guides]]
 +  * [[:helplines:start|Helplines]]
 +  * [[:citizen-rti-playbook|Full RTI Playbook]]
 +
 +//Last reviewed: 26 April 2026.//
 +
 +{{tag>ecourts pocso-fast-track judicial citizen-services}}
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