Country: Central African Republic (the)

Does the pre-trial detainee have the right to communicate?

Yes
Does the pre-trial detainee have the right to access case files?

Yes
Does the pre-trial detainee have the right to counsel?

Yes
Does the pre-trial detainee have the right to be informed?

Yes
Where are the places of police custody?

Detention centers of the Appeal Court’s jurisdiction
What is a legal duration of pre-trial detention?

– Four months for offences of Correctional Court’s jurisdiction – One year for offences of Criminal Court’s jurisdiction
What are the procedural safeguards for pre-trial detention?

– To respect the terms of the order placing the individual into detention – To communicate the fondamental rights of a detainee
On what grounds and when is a pre-trial detention allowed?

– In order to preserve evidences, and prevent pressions on witness. – Protect the individual and stop other infractions – In case of judicial control.
What is a pre-trial detention under centrafrican law?

Deprivation of liberty before judgement
What are the procedural safeguards for a warrant of arrest?

– The order must be issued by the examining Magistrat during the proceedings before the Courts, or by the Public Prosecution – Containing some informations and be notified to the accused