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Hi all,
Is there any formal governance of how long a prison / the OMU can perform checks on a prisoner before releasing them? At what point does it become an actionable unlawful imprisonment? I had someone sentenced yesterday to a term long since served on remand, even the licence portion has been passed.
We are all familiar with our clients being detained for several hours before they are cleared for release but I have someone who has been waiting around 20 hours now. I’ve written to the OMU for an explanation.
Any help appreciated.
Kind regards,
Mark Troman
Solicitor and Higher Courts Advocate
Powell Spencer & Partners
270 Kilburn High Road
London NW6 2BY
DX 123862 Kilburn 2
For prosecutors and courts only: mark.troman@psplaw.cjsm.net
Tel: 0207 604 5600
Fax: 0207 328 1221
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