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Bail, RUI, and Outcomes After Police Station Attendance
After custody, clients may be bailed, released under investigation, charged, or released without charge. Reps advise on immediate interview strategy under Code C and report likely outcomes to the instructing firm.
Outcomes reps encounter
- Release without charge (NFA)
- Release under investigation (RUI)
- Police bail with or without conditions
- Charge and remand or court bail
PACE 1984 and Code C context
Detention must remain authorised under the Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984 until a lawful outcome is recorded. Reps note bail conditions proposed, curfew, reporting requirements, and geographic restrictions — the client needs plain-language advice before leaving the station.
Reporting to the firm
Attendance notes should record outcome, conditions, next dates, and disclosure still outstanding. Firms use this for continuing advice and billing under legal aid rules.
Frequently asked questions
Is RUI the same as bail?
No — RUI is release without bail conditions in many cases, though investigation continues. Clients still need clear advice on contact with police and preserving their account.
Can reps negotiate bail conditions?
Reps can make representations to custody or OIC within their role; significant condition disputes may need solicitor involvement.
Do PSRAS exams test bail outcomes?
Yes — MCQs and scenarios often include whether the rep has addressed immediate client welfare and firm reporting, not only interview tactics.
Related guides
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This guide is general training information for PSRAS candidates in England and Wales. It is not legal advice and does not replace firm supervision, official assessment materials, or authorised assessment organisations.