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Alpine Law Associates is the leading full-service law firm encompassing a wide range of legal practices located in Kathmandu, Nepal. It consists of a team of the country's best lawyers, each with expertise in their respective fields, tailored to meet clients' specific needs.

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Anamnagar-29, Kathmandu

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+977 9841114443

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General Principles of Criminal Liability in Nepal

General Principles of Criminal Liability in Nepal

This article explores the foundational principles of criminal liability under Nepali law. Covering key concepts such as actus reus, mens rea, double jeopardy, strict liability, and retrospective punishment, it provides a comprehensive overview of how criminal responsibility is established. It also discusses legal safeguards like good faith exceptions and the cessation of liability upon death. These principles ensure fairness, accountability, and protect individual rights within the justice system, making them crucial for legal professionals and the public alike.

  • April 13, 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