Rupandehi Court halts Attorney General’s move to favor Rabi Lamichhane
Summary
Rupandehi District Court has halted the Attorney General's amendment to drop organized crime charges against Rabi Lamichhane, pending Supreme Court's decision on related writ petitions.
Key Points
- Rupandehi District Court refused to accept the withdrawal of organized crime and money laundering charges against Rabi Lamichhane.
- Attorney General Sabita Bhandari decided to amend the indictment to drop these charges on January 14.
- The District Judge ordered to hold the matter as writ petitions against the Attorney General's decision are pending in the Supreme Court.
- The Supreme Court has requested submission of original documents and the Attorney General’s decision for review.
