Bail Regulations and Procedures
Jeremiah
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The release of an accused person from custody upon payment of a determined sum of
BAIL
money, subject to appearing at trial.
The primary criterion for granting bail, balancing societal interests and the accused's
Interest of Justice
liberty.
Granted before the accused's first court appearance, involving consultation with the
Police Bail
Investigating Officer.
Bail granted by the DPP or authorized prosecutor, continuing after the first court
Prosecutorial Bail
appearance.
Offence for which the accused must present evidence that bail is in the interest of
Schedule 5 Offence
justice.
Offence requiring evidence of exceptional circumstances justifying release in the
Schedule 6 Offence
interest of justice.
Exceptional Circumstances Conditions justifying bail release, not necessarily extraordinary but crucial for justice.
Requirement for the accused or legal adviser to inform the court of previous
Disclosure of Convictions
convictions and pending charges during bail proceedings.
The record of bail proceedings, excluding certain information, becomes part of the trial
Admissibility of Bail Record
record and may be used as evidence.
Conditions set by the court for the release of an accused person before trial, including
Bail condition
detention or release based on specific circumstances.
Sum of money determined by the court to be deposited or guaranteed for the release
Bail Money
of an accused person.
Section of the Criminal Procedure Act stating conditions for detaining an accused
S60(11) of CPA person charged with offenses listed in Schedule 6 unless exceptional circumstances are
proven.
Section of the Criminal Procedure Act allowing a court to adjust bail amount or
S63 of CPA
conditions upon application by the prosecutor or accused.
Section of the Criminal Procedure Act specifying options for an accused released on
S60(13) of CPA bail to deposit money with authorities or provide a guarantee.
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