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Rights of the Accused in Criminal Cases

  • Arabic

Description

Human rights have always been affected, for better or worse, by the political systems of states. Rights and freedoms are not truly established except under a state of law that is keen to put them into effect.

This presentation explains the guarantees given to the accused at each stage of criminal proceedings, from arrest to trial.

What the presentation covers

  • The principle of the presumption of innocence.

  • Rights during arrest, investigation and detention.

  • Trial guarantees, including the right to defense.

Objectives

  • Explain the presumption of innocence and its significance.
  • Identify the rights of the accused during arrest and investigation.
  • Understand the rules of detention and its limits.
  • Recognize the right to defense and fair trial guarantees.
  • Link the protection of the accused's rights to the rule of law.

Who it's for

Lawyers and legal advisors, law enforcement and investigation personnel, law students, and those interested in human rights.

Version 1 — updated 17 October 2026

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