About this book -- The scope of application of the right to a fair trial in criminal matters -- The right to an independent and impartial tribunal -- The general right to a fair trial -- The right to a public hearing -- The right to be tried within reasonable time -- The right to be presumed innocent -- The right to be informed of the accusation -- Adequate time and facilities -- The right to defend oneself and to have the assistance of counsel -- The right to test witness evidence -- The right to the free assistance of an interpreter -- The privilege against self-incrimination -- The right to appeal -- The right to compensation for wrongful conviction -- The protection against double jeopardy -- Liberty and security of person : the rules on imprisonment -- The rights guaranteed to all persons deprived of their liberty -- The special rights of persons detained on remand -- Other fundamental rights affected by criminal proceedings
Summary
This book examines the rights of accused persons in criminal proceedings. The case-law of the international bodies dealing with this issue is presented and critically examined by an author who has contributed to its creation for almost a quarter of a century
Notes
"Academy of European Law, European University Institute."
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (pages 562-581) and index
