Land Dispossession Legal Steps

Summary

If you face an attempt to dispossess you from land leased for 99 years, review your lease deed and gather evidence of possession. Consider sending a notice demanding justice to the Assistant Commissioner (Land) and consult a lawyer for legal advice. If necessary, file a writ petition in the High Court Division of the Supreme Court of Bangladesh to challenge the dispossession attempt.

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Assistant Commissioner (Land) is trying to dispossess me from the land which i obtained by lease deed from the government for ninety nine years and after taking lease i have been in possession of the said land. now what to do
You may consider the following steps:
- Review your lease deed thoroughly for any clauses related to dispossession.
- Collect all relevant documents proving your continuous possession and compliance with the lease terms.
- Consider filing a writ petition in the High Court Division of the Supreme Court of Bangladesh challenging the dispossession attempt.
Have you already been served with any legal notice or order regarding the dispossession?
no.
Since you have not been served with any legal notice or order, it's good to be proactive. Consider the following:
- Document everything: Keep all records of your lease and possession.
- Consult a Lawyer: Get legal advice to prepare for any potential legal actions.
Would you like more detailed information on filing a writ petition or other preventive measures?
i need a sample of notice demanding justice in this case
Sure, here's a sample notice demanding justice:
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Notice Demanding Justice
Date: [Insert Date]
To:
The Assistant Commissioner (Land),
[Insert Address]
Subject: Notice Demanding Justice Against Unlawful Attempt to Dispossess from Leased Land
Dear Sir/Madam,
I, ****, am writing to formally address the issue regarding the unlawful attempt to dispossess me from the land that I have lawfully obtained through a lease deed from the government for a period of ninety-nine years. I have been in continuous possession of this land since the commencement of the lease.
Details of the Lease:
- Lease Deed Date: [Insert Date]
- Lease Duration: 99 years
- Location of the Leased Land: [Insert Location Details]
Points to Note:
*. I have thoroughly complied with all terms and conditions specified in the lease deed.
*. I possess all necessary documents proving my legal and continuous possession of the land.
Despite this, I have been informed of an attempt to dispossess me from this property without any legal notice or order. Such actions are not only unlawful but also a violation of my rights as a lessee.
Demands:
*. Cease and Desist: I demand that any attempts to dispossess me from the property be immediately ceased.
*. Written Clarification: Please provide a written clarification regarding the basis of any dispossession attempts.
Failure to address this matter promptly may compel me to take legal action, including filing a writ petition in the High Court Division of the Supreme Court of Bangladesh.
I hope to resolve this matter amicably and expect a written response within [insert reasonable time period, e.g., 7 days] upon receipt of this notice.
Yours sincerely,
****
[Insert Address]
[Insert Contact Information]
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Would you like information on the next steps if they do not respond?
yes
If the Assistant Commissioner (Land) does not respond to your notice demanding justice, consider taking these steps:
- Consult a Lawyer: Seek legal advice for further action.
- File a Writ Petition: Prepare to file a writ petition in the High Court Division of the Supreme Court of Bangladesh.
Would you need more details on filing the writ petition?
yes
To file a writ petition in the High Court Division of the Supreme Court of Bangladesh, follow these steps:
- Consult a lawyer with experience in land disputes.
- Gather all relevant documents, including lease deeds, possession records, and any communication with authorities.
- Your lawyer will draft the petition, outlining your case and the relief sought.
Would you like more information on selecting a lawyer or preparing your documents?
i want a well drafted writ petition sample in this matter
Sure! Here is a sample draft for a writ petition:
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IN THE SUPREME COURT OF BANGLADESH
HIGH COURT DIVISION
Writ Petition No. [Year]/[Number]
In the matter of:
****,
[Your Address],
Petitioner
Vs.
The Assistant Commissioner (Land),
[Insert Address],
Respondent
Writ Petition Under Article * of the Constitution of Bangladesh
To,
The Hon’ble Chief Justice of Bangladesh and His Companion Judges of the Hon’ble Supreme Court of Bangladesh

The humble petition of the Petitioner above-named most respectfully showeth:
*. That the Petitioner is a law-abiding citizen of Bangladesh and is engaged in [brief description of your occupation].
*. That the Petitioner obtained a lease deed from the Government of Bangladesh for a period of ninety-nine years for the land located at [insert location details]. The lease deed was executed on [insert date of lease deed].
*. That the Petitioner has been in continuous possession of the said land since the commencement of the lease and has complied with all the terms andconditions specified in the lease deed.
*. That the Respondent, Assistant Commissioner (Land), has unlawfully attempted to dispossess the Petitioner from the said land without serving any legal notice or order, which is a violation of the Petitioner’s legal rights as a lessee.
*. That such actions of the Respondent are arbitrary, illegal, and in violation of the principles of natural justice.
*. That the Petitioner has sent a notice demanding justice to the Respondent on [insert date], but no response has been received thus far.
PRAYER
In view of the above, the Petitioner most humbly prays that this Hon’ble Court may be pleased to:
*. Issue a Rule Nisi calling upon the Respondent to show cause as to why the Respondent should not be restrained from dispossessing the Petitioner from the leased land.
*. Issue an interim order restraining the Respondent from taking any steps to dispossess the Petitioner from the leased land until the disposal of this Writ Petition.
*. Grant any other relief(s) that this Hon’ble Court may deem fit and proper.
And for this act of kindness, the Petitioner, as