The pretrial detention of Vangelis Liolios, George Mavragani, and Petros Papapetrou in connection with the Greek basketball case brings to the forefront the issue of pretrial detention and the time limit provided for by law.
Pretrial detention is a measure imposed during criminal proceedings and does not constitute a conviction. Defendants remain in custody until their case is heard by the courts, provided that the legal requirements are met.
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How long can pretrial detention last?
In felony cases, pretrial detention may last up to 12 months. In exceptional cases, provided the prescribed conditions are met and the competent judicial panel so decides, this period may be extended to 18 months.
For misdemeanors, the time limit is shorter and, according to the details reported in this case, may be up to six months, with the possibility of an extension to nine months.
What are the conditions?
The imposition of pretrial detention is linked to the seriousness of the offense, the existence of strong evidence of guilt, and an assessment of the risk of flight or of committing new crimes.
The decision to order pretrial detention does not prejudge the guilt of the accused. That will be determined by the judicial process.
*photo source: CNA
