The police will either:
a) Release you without charging you;
b) Release you pending summons. This means that the police intend on charging you in the future, where you will be served with your charge sheet and summons. Alternatively, they will serve you a notice to appear;
c) Charge you but either:
– Release you on bail from the police station; or
– Have a bail justice attend the police station to release you on bail.
d) Charge you and bring you to the Magistrates’ Court to make an application to remand you in custody. You will be able to make an Application for bail in the Magistrates’ Court for all other charges other than murder and treason, which must be heard in the Supreme Court. For further information on making an application for bail, click here.
Contact us immediately if you have been approached by the police regarding a legal matter. We can take steps to assist you, even if you haven’t been charged. This may help you to avoid charges altogether.
The key to success is getting in touch with us as quickly as possible, and having Ondrik Larsen Lawyers prepare your case diligently to develop the best strategy for your case. Call us today – we will help you.