Unlocking Section 3(1) of Sri Lanka's Bail Act

Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research) 2026 Preprint Open access

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Authors: P. Saliya Sumanatilake
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18290709
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Abstract

This paper contributes to the literature by inter alia (a) 'updating' section 3(1) of Sri Lanka’s Bail Act [1997] to effectuate its true intent and purpose and (b) securing the general entitlement to 'trial within a reasonable time or release' for the island's populace in furtherance of international obligations.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Criminal Law and Policy Criminal Law and Evidence Legal processes and jurisprudence

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Journal / source
Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Publication date
17 January 2026
Language
EN
Document type
Preprint