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Karnataka High Court Orders Release of Man in Consensual Relationship Case
✍️ The Hindu
🗓 27 Jun 2026, 03:02 AM
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The Karnataka High Court has directed the release of a youth from prison after his partner testified that their physical relationship was consensual and expressed a desire to marry him.
In a significant development, the Karnataka High Court has ordered the immediate release of a young man from judicial custody. The court's decision came after the woman involved in the case provided a statement to the authorities.
During the proceedings, the woman informed the court that the physical relationship she had with the accused was entirely consensual. Furthermore, she conveyed her intention to marry the young man, indicating a desire to build a future together.
Based on the woman's testimony regarding consent and her wish to marry, the High Court found grounds to intervene and grant relief to the accused. The order emphasizes the consensual nature of the relationship and the couple's intent to formalize their union.
During the proceedings, the woman informed the court that the physical relationship she had with the accused was entirely consensual. Furthermore, she conveyed her intention to marry the young man, indicating a desire to build a future together.
Based on the woman's testimony regarding consent and her wish to marry, the High Court found grounds to intervene and grant relief to the accused. The order emphasizes the consensual nature of the relationship and the couple's intent to formalize their union.