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Procedural Law Nepal

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Nepal's Criminal and Civil Procedure Codes 2017: Key Features and Impact

Nepal's Criminal and Civil Procedure Codes 2017: Key Features and Impact

Nepal's Criminal Procedure Code and Civil Procedure Code, enacted in 2017, define the legal processes for handling criminal and civil cases. These laws ensure due process, protect rights, and establish guidelines for investigations, trials, and dispute resolution. The Criminal Procedure Code focuses on fair trials, arrests, and sentencing, while the Civil Procedure Code governs property disputes, contracts, and family law matters. Together, they strengthen Nepal's justice system, reinforcing accountability and efficiency in legal proceedings.

  • March 01, 2025
Understanding Locus Standi and Its Role in Nepalese Law

Understanding Locus Standi and Its Role in Nepalese Law

The principle of locus standi defines who has the right to bring a legal case before a court. In Nepal, this principle traditionally required a personal legal interest or injury. However, the rise of Public Interest Litigation (PIL) has expanded access, allowing concerned citizens to challenge systemic issues like rights violations and governance failures. Governed by the Muluki Civil Procedure Code 2074, locus standi now includes provisions for marginalized individuals through court permissions and guardianship. This evolving concept balances judicial access with procedural discipline, ensuring justice remains within reach for both private grievances and collective societal issues.

  • April 10, 2025
Principle of res-judicata in Nepal

Principle of res-judicata in Nepal

Res judicata is a core procedural principle in Nepalese law that prohibits re-litigation of matters already decided by a competent court. Derived from the Latin for "a matter judged," it ensures legal certainty, judicial efficiency, and protection against repeated lawsuits. The Muluki Civil Procedure Code outlines when res judicata applies, requiring a final judgment, jurisdiction, merit-based decision, and identity of parties and claims. This doctrine plays a vital role in upholding the integrity of Nepal’s legal system by discouraging redundant claims and safeguarding the finality of court decisions.

  • April 24, 2025
Understanding Stare Decisis and Legal Precedent in Nepal

Understanding Stare Decisis and Legal Precedent in Nepal

Stare decisis, meaning "to stand by what has been decided," is a key procedural law principle promoting consistency and fairness in judicial decisions. In Nepal, it ensures courts follow legal precedents set by higher courts, particularly the Supreme Court, enhancing predictability, judicial accountability, and rule of law. While rooted in common law, Nepal’s Constitution affirms this doctrine, guiding lower courts in maintaining uniform legal interpretations. Though not absolute, stare decisis balances legal stability with necessary evolution, making it a vital part of Nepal’s growing jurisprudence.

  • April 24, 2025