Despite steep rise in number of prisoners on remand, Andrews government hasn’t reviewed bail reforms
Unsentenced prisoners are yet to be convicted of a crime but are remanded in custody, having either not applied for bail, been refused, or failed to meet conditions, such as a surety.
Before the changes, an accused had the “presumption of bail”. Now, a “reverse onus” test applies, requiring them to show “compelling reasons” or “exceptional circumstances” to be released on bail, in addition to proving they aren’t an unacceptable risk to the public. The coroner is investigating Nelson’s death and the effects of the state’s bail laws, with findings expected to be released later this year.
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