SOC327 Chapter Notes - Chapter n/a: Trace Evidence, Traffic Collision Reconstruction, Reid Technique
15 Apr 2016
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Pre-trial release is the norm and the denial of release can only be made on the following grounds: to ensure that the accused attends court to protect the public to maintain confidence in the administration of justice. While reverse onus situations do exist, the crown generally must show why release should be denied (show cause hearing); such hearings should take place within 24 hours or as soon as possible thereafter; hearsay evidence can be used. The norm or the expectation is that someone will be released before the trial. The presumption of due processes u are innocent until proven guilty so locking someone up before their trial is problematic. Inedible offences ( serious but could result in a charge of. Second-hand info can be used in a bail hearings. 70% had substance abuse issues , 40% had mental problems , 30% had both. Money are required rarely in order to secure their release.
