You are under arrest, you have the right to ...
Covid-19 challenges no excuse for law enforcement officers to cut corners
With courts bearing the brunt of the Covid-19 pandemic with limited staff or an overflowing court roll, those who have been arrested need to be reminded of their rights.
One of these fundamental rights is the right to appear in front of a magistrate within 48 hours of the arrest...
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