What are the requirements and procedures for lawful detention on remand?

Detention is considered to be the strictest form of pre-trial measure aiming at the ensuring the availability of the accused for the proceedings. Depending on the gravity of the charge such a measure may involve prolonged deprivation of liberty. Therefore, the decision to detain someone should not be made frivolously. This section will explain to you the grounds on which you may be detained and who should decide this.

Last updated 03/02/2019