The question of bail arises every time a case is adjourned and the accused is remanded. This key text provides a uniquely comprehensive account of the law, practice, and procedure governing bail at every stage in an action from the police station to the House of Lords. It includes the relevant legislation and procedural rules, case law, and also offers guidance on ethics as well as research findings in this area. This new edition has been completely updated to take account of major changes introduced by the forthcoming Criminal Justice Act.Readership: Practitioners (solicitors and barristers) practising in criminal law, members of the judiciary; the Crown Prosecution Service, the Police, magistrates' clerks; academics and vocational students working in the field of criminal law; reference libraries in the UK and worldwide.