Supreme Court annuls arrest warrant against Deuba couple, bars detention
Summary
The Supreme Court annulled the arrest warrant against former PM Sher Bahadur Deuba and his wife, citing improper legal procedures in the money laundering case. Interpol has also refused to issue a Red Notice for the couple due to insufficient evidence.
Key Points
- The Supreme Court invalidated the arrest warrant against former Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba and his wife citing procedural issues.
- The arrest warrant was issued by Kathmandu District Court but annulled due to lack of proper legal grounds under the Anti-Money Laundering Act.
- Interpol twice refused to issue a Red Notice for the Deuba couple due to insufficient documentation and unclear legal basis.
- Deuba denies wrongdoing and claims compliance with asset declaration laws, stating intention to return to Nepal soon.
