Pretrial detention is when people are locked up before being charged with a crime. Some countries use it to prevent terrorism, but others abuse it. In the US, there are constitutional protections, but there have been proposals to hold terrorists indefinitely without trial. Some countries, like Costa Rica and Malaysia, allow for extended pretrial detention […]
A pretrial examination, also known as a deposition, is a meeting where attorneys ask a witness questions in a controlled setting. It can take place in court or a private location, and the witness is sworn to answer truthfully. It is used to gather information for trial planning or to enter testimony into evidence if […]
Pre-trial motions are requests made by attorneys to a judge before a case goes to trial. There are four general types: sufficiency of the case, legality of the proceeding, evidence, and discovery. The specific motions depend on the case type and jurisdiction. Pre-trial motions can limit issues and decide what the jury can hear, making […]
Remand is detention for those awaiting legal proceedings, often in jails or specialized facilities. Reasons for remand include inability to afford bail or denial of bail. Pre-trial detainees have access to lawyers and law libraries. Remand is controversial globally and can contribute to prison overcrowding and indefinite detention. Remand is a form of detention in […]
