Welcome to Criminal Lawyers Help Desk. Criminal Legal Help Desk is a dedicated, rapid-response unit designed to provide immediate legal prevention to your criminal allegation. It is a 24/7 resource for individuals facing arrest, detention, investigation, offering a bridge between investigation and the courtroom.

Caught in Criminal Cases? whether as an accused person, a victim, the first few hours are the most critical. At Lawin and Partners, our Criminal Lawyers Help Desk serves and assist criminal allegation  and defend you, ensuring your non-guilty. 

Importance of Criminal Lawyers Legal Help Desk 

Soon legal intervention is not just a service; it is a shield for your liberty. The importance of this desk lies in its ability to provide:

• Protection Against Illegal Arrest & Custodial Abuse: We monitor police actions to ensure arrests are grounded in law and that detainees are treated with dignity, free from physical or mental torture.
• Immediate Investigation Guidance: The police interrogation is a high-pressure environment where statements made can determine the entire outcome of a case. We guide you on your Right to Silence and prevent the recording of coerced confessions.
• Constitutional Oversight: Under the Constitution of Nepal, every arrested person must be produced before a judicial authority within 24 hours (excluding travel time). We ensure this timeline is strictly followed, preventing arbitrary detentions.
• Procedural Integrity: We ensure that Myad Thap (remand extension) is not granted by the court as a matter of routine, but only when there is genuine investigative necessity.

Access the Criminal Lawyers Help Desk in Nepal

Our doors and phone lines are open to:

• The Accused: Individuals who have been arrested or summoned for questioning.
• Families of Detainees: Spouses, parents, or guardians seeking the location and legal status of their loved ones.
• Victims of Crime: Individuals seeking to file an FIR (First Information Report) or demanding a fair investigation into offenses against them.
• Foreign Nationals & NRNs: Non-resident Nepalese or foreigners who may be unfamiliar with the local criminal code.

Top Criminal Lawyers Defend below Criminal Cases in Nepal

Our best Criminal Defense Lawyers manage a wide spectrum of offenses under the Muluki Criminal Code 2074, including:

i. Serious & Violent Crimes

• Homicide and Murder: Defense in cases of intentional killing, culpable homicide, and vehicular manslaughter.
• Violent Offenses: Representation for charges of battery, grievous hurt, kidnapping, and wrongful confinement.
• Sexual Offenses: Expert handling of sensitive cases involving rape, sexual harassment, and crimes against women and children.

ii. White-Collar, Money Laundering and Financial Crimes

• Fraud, Cheating, and Forgery: Strategic defense for a fraud lawyer in Nepal involves addressing allegations of document forgery, breach of trust, and criminal misappropriation of property.
• Money Laundering: As a specialized money laundering lawyer Nepal, we defend clients against charges under the Asset Laundering Prevention Act.
• Hundi & Foreign Exchange: Defense in illegal financial transactions and violations of the Foreign Exchange (Regulation) Act.
• Banking Offenses: Representation in cases of check bounce, loan fraud, and crimes against financial institutions.

iii. Technology & Technical Spams Crimes

• Cyber Crimes: Our cyber crime lawyer Nepal team navigates the Electronic Transactions Act to defend against hacking, online defamation, identity theft, and digital fraud.
• Narcotics Offenses: Legal support for charges involving possession, sale, and trafficking under the Narcotic Drugs (Control) Act.

iv. Institutional & State Cases

• Corruption & Bribery: Defense before the Commission for the Investigation of Abuse of Authority (CIAA) and the Special Court.
• Human Trafficking: Robust representation in organized crime and trafficking cases.
• Public Offenses: Handling cases of "Abhangya" (Public Nuisance) and crimes against the state.

v. Narcotics & Drug-Related Cases

• Defense in matters involving the possession, trafficking, and distribution of controlled substances under the Narcotics Drugs (Control) Act.
• vi. Family, Gender & Social Offenses
• Domestic Violence: We act as a sensitive domestic violence lawyer Nepal, handling protection orders and criminal prosecution/defense.
• Sexual Offenses: Representation in cases of rape, sexual harassment, and crimes against women and children.
• Human Trafficking: Defense and victim representation in organized crime and trafficking matters.

vii. Corporate & State-Level Crimes

• Corruption & Bribery: Representing public officials and private entities before the CIAA and the Special Court.
• Defamation: Protecting professional and personal reputations through criminal defamation litigation.
• Criminal Conspiracy & Abetment: Defense against charges of planning or assisting in criminal acts.

Rights of Accused Persons Under Nepali Law

The Constitution of Nepal and the National Criminal Procedure Code provide robust safeguards that our Help Desk works to enforce:

• Right to Information: To be informed of the grounds of arrest in a language you understand.
• Right to Counsel: To consult a legal practitioner of your choice from the moment of arrest.
• Right to Silence: No person shall be compelled to testify against themselves.
• Presumption of Innocence: You are innocent until proven guilty by a competent court beyond a reasonable doubt.
• Right Against Double Jeopardy: No person shall be prosecuted and punished for the same offense more than once.

Role of Criminal Defense Lawyers at Investigative Bodies

Your lawyer’s role is not limited to the courtroom. We provide active representation at:

• Police Stations: Monitoring the recording of statements and ensuring no illegal pressure is applied.
• Government Attorney Offices: Reviewing the evidence before a charge sheet is prepared.
• Quasi-Judicial Bodies: Representing clients before CDOs, Forest Offices, or Custom Offices where lawyers are often unfairly discouraged from appearing.
• The Courts: Arguing for bail (Dharauti) or release on a General Date (Sadharan Tarekh) to ensure you can fight your case from home rather than from a cell.

Lawyers Defense for Immediate Legal Remedies: Bail & Habeas Corpus
If a person is detained illegally or without sufficient cause, the Help Desk acts immediately to file:

• Bail Applications: To secure release pending trial.
• Habeas Corpus writ Petitions: Filed directly in the High Court or Supreme Court to demand the production of a person held in secret or illegal custody.
• Stay Orders: To prevent immediate arrest in cases where a dispute is civil rather than criminal.

How Early Intervention Protects You

The first 24 to 72 hours of a criminal investigation usually determine its final verdict. By engaging the Criminal Legal Help Desk early, you ensure that evidence is preserved, witnesses are correctly identified, and your constitutional rights are never compromised for the convenience of the investigation.

Are you or a loved one in need of immediate criminal legal support?
Consult our Criminal Defense Team now for 24/7 Assistance

Step and Step Legal Assistance: From Arrest to Appeal
The criminal process in Nepal is procedural and time-sensitive. We provide continuous support at every critical juncture:

Stage 1: Pre-Trial & Investigation
Arrest and Detention: Immediate legal counsel during the first 24 hours of arrest to prevent custodial abuse and ensure the suspect is informed of the grounds of arrest.
Police Interrogation: Representation during the recording of statements before the Government Attorney to prevent coerced confessions.
Remand Hearings: Opposing unnecessary detention and advocating for the suspect’s release during the investigative phase.

Stage 2: Trial & Bail
Bail Applications: As a premier bail lawyer Nepal, we argue for release on simple date or bail amount (Dharauti) by demonstrating that the accused is not a flight risk or a threat to evidence.
Trial Advocacy: Expert examination and cross-examination of witnesses, analysis of forensic reports, and presentation of defense evidence.

Stage 3: Post-Trial Remedies
Appeals and Revisions: Filing appeals in High Courts or the Supreme Court against convictions or unfair bail denials.
Writ Petitions: Utilizing Habeas Corpus and other constitutional writs to protect individuals from illegal detention.
Sentence Mitigation: Arguing for reduced sentencing or alternative rehabilitation for juvenile or first-time offenders.

Why You have to Consult with Top Criminal Lawyer in Nepal?
The difference between a conviction and an acquittal often lies in the lawyer's ability to spot procedural irregularities and misapplications of the law. Our firm is recognized for its deep understanding of the Evidence Act, 2031 and the National Criminal Procedure (Code) Act, 2074, ensuring that every piece of evidence against you is scrutinized for its legality and relevance.

Stage-Wise Legal Representation

The criminal process in Nepal is strictly procedural. Missing a single deadline or mishandling a statement can alter the course of a case. We intervene at every critical stage:

I. Investigation & Remand (Pre-Trial)
The first 24 hours after arrest are vital. We provide:
Immediate legal counseling at police stations.
Presence during the recording of the suspect's statement before the Government Attorney.
Challenging Remand Hearings (Myadi Thap) to prevent unnecessary custodial detention.

II. Bail & Custody Hearings
Securing your liberty is our first priority. As a veteran bail lawyer Nepal, we specialize in:
Filing and arguing bail petitions in the District and High Courts.
Demonstrating grounds for release on a "General Date" (Sadharan Tarekh) or reasonable bail amount (Dharauti).
Challenging illegal detention through Habeas Corpus petitions.

III. Trial & Advocacy
During the trial phase, we provide rigorous defense:
Examination and cross-examination of witnesses.
Critical analysis of forensic evidence, autopsy reports, and technical data.
Argumentation based on the Evidence Act, 2031 to ensure only lawful evidence is admitted.

IV. Appeals & Revisions
If a judgment is unfavorable, the fight is not over. We handle:
Criminal appeals to the High Court and Supreme Court.
Revision petitions to correct procedural errors or misapplications of law.
Sentence Mitigation: Advocating for lesser punishments or rehabilitation under the Sentencing Act.

Seek Immediate Consultation
In criminal law, silence and delay are often your greatest enemies. Whether you are being summoned for questioning or have a loved one in custody, early legal intervention is the only way to safeguard your future.

Don't wait. Protect your rights today.