4 - Bail, PBV and Allocation of trial

Question 1

Is there a right to bail

Answer 1

General right to bail before appearing at court up to conviction/acquittal

Question 2

Absconding?

Answer 2

failing to surrender during court proceedings

Question 3

When is plea before venue relevant?

Answer 3

EW offences - can be dealt with Magistrates’ or County court

Question 4

PTPH

Answer 4

Crown Court - plea and trial preparation hearing = main case management hearing

Question 5

When can D ask for an indication of sentence?

Answer 5

Once allocated to Summary trial - D will then basked if wants to reconsider his plea