Author Description
The First In-depth Empirical Investigation Of Japan's Divergent Police Detention Arrangements, Shining A Spotlight On The Remand Procedure For Criminal Suspects. Currently, The 23-day Duration For Which Individuals Can Be Held In Police Custody Prior To Being Indicted There Is The Longest Amongst Developed Nations.
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THE THESIS
This book investigates the legal and political mechanisms that sustain Japan's unique and controversial police detention system. Silvia Croydon, a scholar specializing in Japanese law and human rights, utilizes empirical data and historical analysis to examine why Japan maintains a 23-day pre-indictment detention period. The text argues that these detention arrangements are deeply embedded in the nation's political and judicial framework, challenging international norms regarding suspect rights.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Analysis of the 23-day remand procedure for criminal suspects
- Comparative study of Japanese detention practices against other developed nations
- Examination of the intersection between police authority and judicial oversight
Scope Limits
- Does not provide a comprehensive history of the entire Japanese penal system
- Focuses primarily on pre-indictment detention rather than post-conviction incarceration
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Experts recognize this work as a significant contribution to the study of Japanese criminal procedure and human rights. Readers frequently note the academic rigor and the clarity with which the author navigates complex legal statutes.
Page Count:
211
Publication Date:
2016-01-01
ISBN-10:
0191075876
ISBN-13:
9780191075872
Criminology
Japan
Human rights
Law
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