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Law

April 19, 2022

Though the right to bail is a constitutional and statutory entitlement, in reality, the granting authorities in most cases, exercise discretionary powers in granting bail to suspects/accused persons/defendant. The power to use discretion is generally recognized by the Administration of Criminal Justice Act 2015.See Section 165 (1). In exercising the discretion to either grant or … Continue reading KNOW YOUR RIGHTS LEGAL SERIES: Factors To Consider For Grant Of Bail in Nigeria

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Law

April 19, 2022

A common and vexed issue when it comes to bailing is this: is bail free? In other words, do you pay money for bail? The issue of (deposit of) money is mentioned in Section 165 (2)&(3) of the  Administration of Criminal Justice Act 2015 thus: Section 165 (2)        The court may require the deposit of a sum of money or other security as the … Continue reading KNOW YOUR RIGHTS LEGAL SERIES: Is Bail Free in Nigeria?

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Law

April 19, 2022

In deciphering the concept and practice of bail, two key words require definition. These are “surety” and “recognizance”.  “Surety” means a formal assurance especially a pledge, bond, guarantee, or security given for the fulfillment of an undertaking “Recognizance” on the other hand is a bond or obligation, by which a person promises to perform some … Continue reading KNOW YOUR RIGHTS LEGAL SERIES: The Meaning of Bail

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Law

April 19, 2022

Meaning of arrest In technical terms, “arrest”   simply means a seizure or forcible restraint of a thing, animate or inanimate. It is in this category meanings , you find such phrases as “cardiac arrest”, “arrested development” , “ship/vessel arrest” , “house arrest”, “arrest of judgment”,  etc, etc. In legal parlance and for the purpose of … Continue reading Know Your Rights Legal Series: Arrest  

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