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SC rules live in breakup not a crime even after 15 years
Politics
Published on 28 April 2026
Criminal sexual harassment charges dont apply to consensual live in
The Supreme Court has ruled that ending a consensual live-in relationship is not a criminal offence, even when it lasts 15 years. The judges said provisions like sexual harassment cannot be stretched to criminalize consensual unions, though civil options such as child maintenance remain available. The verdict also reflected sympathy while drawing clear legal limits.
- SC says ending a consensual live-in is not criminal by default
- Sexual harassment charges cannot be applied to such consensual relationships
- Civil remedies like child maintenance are still available
- Court acknowledged hardship but emphasized legal boundaries
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