SL extends detention without charge to 48hrs

Legislation that allows the police to detain suspects without charge for upto 48 hours without a warrant was passed on Tuesday.

The previous limit was 24 hours.

Presenting the bill in parliament, the Environment Minister Anura Priyasharshana said:

"This is to curb organised crime. If there is a need to extend the detention by another 24 hours, it could be done by a magistrate based on a certificate produced by the police."

The Prevention of Terrorism Act - of far greater relevance to Tamils - allows indefinite detention.

 

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