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Criminal LawVERIFIED NEPAL LEGAL TERM
Kootpeet (कुटपिट)
English Equivalent:Physical Assault
Definition Summary
"Physical attack or battery."
Detailed Explanation
Kootpeet is the act of physically hitting or assaulting another person. Domestic physical assault is a valid ground for contested divorce.
Legal Basis in Nepal Law
National Penal Code 2074 and Domestic Violence Act 2066.
Practical Example
She presented a medical report of the kootpeet to support her divorce case.
Statutory Regulations and Civil Procedures in Nepal
Civil rights, statutory acts (Ain), administrative regulations (Niyamawali), and guidelines (Nirdeshika) form the regulatory framework of Nepal under the Muluki Civil Code 2074.
Key Statutory Rules:
- Rule of Law: All citizens, organizations, and public authorities are bound by the Constitution and statutory acts.
- Precedent Value: Judgments delivered by the Supreme Court of Nepal carry binding precedent values for all lower courts.
- Mediation First: Modern civil procedure encourages mediation at local levels (ward committees) to resolve small neighborhood disputes.
- Legal Representation: Litigants have the right to represent themselves or hire a licensed advocate (Kanuni Byabasayi).
Required Documentation:
- Citizenship certificate or official identification documents.
- Local ward recommendation letters related to the case.
- Prior court orders or registry copies if applicable.
- Written legal petitions prepared by an advocate.