Nepal Legal Practice Area • Statutory Guidance
Criminal Law & Defense in Nepal
Criminal law in Nepal addresses offenses against individuals, society, and the state, codified under the National Penal Code, 2074 and procedural mechanisms governed by the National Criminal Procedure Code, 2074. This practice area encompasses First Information Report (FIR) registration, police investigation, judicial remand, bail applications (Dharauti/Zamanat), and trial representation. Our legal resources explain statutory protections, due process rights of the accused, and legal defense strategies.
Primary Governing Nepalese Statutes:
- National Penal Code, 2074 (Muluki Aparadh Samhita)
- National Criminal Procedure Code, 2074 (Muluki Phoujdari Karyabidhi Samhita)
- Banking Offenses and Punishment Act, 2064
Key Practice Subtopics:
FIR Registration & Police Investigation ProcessBail Applications (Dharauti/Zamanat) in District CourtsBanking Offenses & Cheque Dishonor (Cheque Bounce)Fraud (Thagi), Forgery & Criminal Breach of TrustDefamation, Libel & Slander ProtectionsFundamental Constitutional Rights of Detained & Accused Persons
Published Legal Guides (24)
Frequently Asked Questions
What rights does an accused person have upon arrest in Nepal?
Under Article 20 of the Constitution of Nepal, every arrested person has the right to be informed of the reasons for arrest, consult and be defended by a legal practitioner of their choice, and be produced before a judicial authority within 24 hours (excluding travel time).