Fast Track Special Court (FTSCs) is a Specialized courts established in India. It is Centrally Sponsored Scheme. It was Implemented by and under the Department of Justice, Ministry of Law & Justice.

About Fast Track Special Court (FTSCs)

• Scheme was formulated in August 2019 following the directions from the Supreme Court of India in a suo moto Writ Petition (Criminal).
• Main Aim – Expediting the trial process for cases related to sexual offenses, particularly those involving rape and violations under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act (POCSO Act).
• Central Government enacted the Criminal Law (Amendment) Act in 2018, which introduced stricter punishments, including the death penalty for rape offenders.

Functions of FTSCs

1. These courts support State/UT Government efforts to provide timely justice to victims of sexual offense, even in remote and far-flung areas.
2. These were set up to ensure the swift dispensation of justice for such cases.
3. These were established on alarming frequency of Sexual Offenses and the prolonged duration of trials in regular courts, which resulted in delayed justice for victims.

Latest News

1. The First Fast Track Court (POCSO court) has issued an arrest warrant against former Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa in a case registered against him on March 14 under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012.
2. Recently, the Union Cabinet has approved the continuation of Fast Track Special Court (FTSCs) for three more years till 2026.