the goan I network
MARGAO
The court today heard arguments on the point of sentence. Appearing on behalf of the victim girl, Adv Aires Rodrigues sought that the maximum sentence be imposed as rape was a very serious crime against one’s mind, psyche and reputation leaving a permanent scar on the life of the victim.
Adv Rodrigues also prayed to the court to impose an appropriate penalty by way of fine to the tune of over Rs 10 lakh so that the victim recovers the amount along with interest which she was cheated for by the convict Siddesh Juvekar.
The prosecution represented by Public Prosecutor Clarita Simoes also sought maximum sentence.
It was argued on behalf of the accused that the court show leniency as the accused has to participate at some national and international modeling events.
An offence under Sec 376 of the IPC is punishable with rigorous imprisonment which shall not be less than seven years but which may extend to imprisonment for life and shall also be liable to fine, while for an offence under Section 420 of the IPC the maximum punishment which can be awarded is imprisonment for a term of seven years and fine.
