In Kochi, a High Court bench led by Justice A. Badharudeen ruled that just sending messages and making calls to a minor without any sexual motives does not constitute an offense under the Pocso Act. The case involved a 24-year-old man who had been accused of causing distress to a 17-year-old by sending messages and making calls to her mobile phone. The police had filed charges against him under stalking and sexual harassment laws, but the man approached the HC seeking to have the case dismissed. He presented an affidavit from the victim saying the matter was resolved and no further action was needed. However, the prosecution opposed dropping the case, arguing that Pocso offenses cannot be legally settled. The bench emphasized that unless messages or chats show clear sexual intent, Pocso laws do not apply. The prosecution's evidence only showed messages and calls causing disturbance to the victim, with no proof of repeated contact with sexual motives.