A Nepal High Court has issued an order preventing police from arresting journalist Kishor Shrestha. Shrestha proactively sought the writ of prohibition from the court, anticipating arrest while the Press Council investigated a complaint against him. The court’s decision provides temporary legal protection as the Press Council continues its review process. This move is significant for press freedom advocates in Nepal, who view potential arrest during review as intimidation. The writ demonstrates Shrestha’s concern that due process was being circumvented. The High Court’s intervention underscores the importance of protecting journalists from undue legal pressure while their work is under scrutiny. This case will likely set a precedent for similar situations involving Nepali journalists in the future.