The practice of pre-trial detention in England and Wales: Research report

Cape, Ed; Smith, Tom

Abstract

This study of pre-trial detention (PTD) decision-making in England and Wales is part of a 10 country study funded by the European Commission, and managed by Fair Trials. The authors conducted a defence lawyer survey, observed PTD hearings, examined CPS files, and interviewed judges, magistrates and Crown prosecutors, between November 2014 and June 2015. The information obtained provides important insights into the way in which PTD is regulated and how that works in practice, and the authors make a number of significant recommendations designed to improve the decision-making process and reduce the inappropriate use of PTD.

Citation

Cape, E., & Smith, T. (2016). The practice of pre-trial detention in England and Wales: Research report

• Report Type: Project Report
• Publication Date: Jan 1, 2016
• Peer Reviewed: Not Peer Reviewed
• Keywords: pre-trial detention, bail, England and Wales, criminal procedure, remand in custody, remand on bail