Release from Custody
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Which section of the Criminal Code governs the release of an accused person by the police?

  • Section 496–499 (correct)
  • Section 503
  • Section 495(2)
  • Section 495(1)-(2)
  • When an individual is charged with a criminal offence, how do the police typically release the accused?

  • Without any need for an appearance in court for a bail hearing (correct)
  • By holding a bail hearing
  • By compelling the accused's appearance in court
  • By arresting the accused
  • What is the purpose of an appearance notice or summons?

  • To hold a bail hearing
  • To release the accused from custody
  • To compel the accused's appearance in court (correct)
  • To charge the accused without arresting
  • When can the police charge an accused without arresting them?

    <p>Only for certain offences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who has the authority to release an individual charged with an offence?

    <p>A justice or judge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two options for an individual charged with a criminal offence?

    <p>Released by police or held for a bail hearing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What sections of the Criminal Code govern the release of an accused person by the police?

    <p>Sections 496–499 and 503</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what circumstances can the police charge an accused without arresting them?

    <p>When police charge but do not arrest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can compel the accused's appearance in court if they are charged but not arrested?

    <p>Appearance notice or summons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a bail hearing?

    <p>To determine whether an accused should be released from custody</p> Signup and view all the answers

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