How long can the Police detain you?
The Police can detain and keep you in custody for up to a maximum of 48 hours from the time of your arrest before you must be released
If the Police need to extend your detention beyond 48 hours, they must bring you to Court and get the Court’s permission by giving reasons for the extension.
If the Police do not get the Court’s permission to extend your detention, you’ll be released from custody provided you promise to attend at a Police station to cooperate with investigations or to attend Court to answer for formal criminal charges).
