Remand covers pre-trial custody or release on bail while criminal proceedings are ongoing. In England, the solicitor helps at the remand hearing, usually in a magistrates’ court, by advising on bail, presenting and challenging evidence, and safeguarding the client’s rights during pre-trial detention or conditional release. The work matters because detention decisions can affect liberty, timing, and the course of the investigation and defence.
What a solicitor handles in these matters
The solicitor handles bail applications, invokes specific statutory tests for release on bail, reviews Crown Prosecution Service disclosures, and negotiates conditions if released. They prepare representations to the court, liaise with the police and prosecutors, gather and assess mitigation, and ensure compliance with sureties, reporting restrictions, and court directions. The outcome of remand proceedings can shape the trajectory of the entire case before trial.
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