The Prosecution of Offences (Custody Time Limits) (Coronavirus) (Amendment) Regulations 2020
These Regulations amend the Prosecution of Offences (Custody Time Limits) Regulations 1987 (S.I. 1987/299) (“the 1987 Regulations”) to provide for an increase in custody time limits in relation to those awaiting trial in the Crown Court. The amendments are in response to the effect of the coronavirus pandemic in relation to jury trials.
Lifecycle
Department
Made
04 Sept 2020
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In force
28 Sept 2020
Enabling power
The Secretary of State makes the following Regulations in exercise of the powers conferred by sections 22(1) and (2) and 29(2) of the Prosecution of Offences Act 1985.
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