The Criminal Procedure
Criminal Procedure is the process through which Penal laws are applied. It is procedural law rather than substantive law. Before…
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We had been in prison for over 10 years
Our clients had been on remand for 11 years having been indicted for double murder of a woman and child.…
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JCU Mubende rescues five gentlemen from prison
All the 5 accused persons aged between 40-93 years are all residents of Kassanda District where they have lived with…
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Justice Delayed Is Justice Denied: The Right To A Speedy Trial
Pre-trial detention is the stage in the criminal justice system when a person accused of committing an offence is arrested…
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Uganda Prison Service (UPS)
Uganda Prisons Service provides reasonable, safe, secure and humane custody of suspects and offenders as well as rehabilitation. The Administrative…
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What should happen when a child has been sentenced to imprisonment?
When a case is proved against a child in a criminal trial and they are sentenced to imprisonment, he or…
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What should happen when a child was arrested?
When a child is arrested for breaking the law, the following should happen: The child’s parents or guardians must be…
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What can be done when my rights are violated by a prison officer?
Powers of a Prison Officer A Prison Officer has similar powers, protection, and privileges of a Police Officer within a…
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What are the rights of a prisoner?
In detaining inmates, three main custody principles must be observed by Prison Authorities. These are: Remand prisoners are presumed to…
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SUCCESS STORY: I Have Reclaimed My Freedom
Imagine being confined to your home, afraid of going anywhere for fear of being rearrested if you miss a court…
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What’s the process to lodge a complaint with Uganda Human Rights Commission (UHRC)?
UHRC was established by the 1995 constitution of the Republic of Uganda and its mandated to investigate and handle matters…
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