Whitesmann’s Acquittal & Defence Against False Rape & POCSO Cases – 3rd Edition 2026 is a specialized and practice-oriented legal work addressing one of the most sensitive and complex areas of criminal law. With the introduction of the New Criminal Laws—Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA), 2023, this updated edition provides timely and structured guidance for defending cases involving false allegations under rape and POCSO laws.

The book focuses on legal safeguards, defence mechanisms, and acquittal principles applicable in cases of false implication. It explains the statutory framework governing sexual offences and child protection laws while highlighting the judicial safeguards evolved by courts to prevent misuse of these provisions. Emphasis is placed on balancing victim protection with the rights of the accused under constitutional and criminal jurisprudence.

This edition provides step-by-step defence strategies, covering crucial stages such as registration of FIR, investigation, medical evidence, statement recording, framing of charges, trial, cross-examination of prosecution witnesses, and final arguments. Special attention is given to contradictions in victim testimony, medical inconsistencies, delay in FIR, motive for false implication, consent issues, age determination under POCSO, and procedural lapses by investigating agencies.

The book includes analysis of landmark and recent judgments of the Supreme Court and High Courts, illustrating circumstances where courts have granted acquittal in rape and POCSO cases. These judicial precedents help practitioners understand how evidentiary standards, burden of proof, and credibility assessment operate in real trials.

A dedicated section explains the law of evidence under the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023, including appreciation of electronic evidence, medical reports, forensic material, and witness credibility. Practical drafting points, courtroom tactics, and cross-examination approaches make the book especially valuable for active criminal practitioners.

This publication is highly recommended for criminal defence advocates, public prosecutors, judicial officers, judiciary and prosecution exam aspirants, law students, and legal researchers. It also serves as a critical reference for understanding the evolving legal approach toward false allegations while ensuring adherence to due process.

With its updated statutory framework, case-law driven analysis, and practical defence orientation, Whitesmann’s Acquittal & Defence Against False Rape & POCSO Cases – 3rd Edition 2026 stands as a must-have reference for effective criminal defence under India’s new criminal justice system