Decisions under paragraph 2E+W
9E+WIn taking the decisions required by paragraph [F12(1), or in deciding whether it is satisfied as mentioned in paragraph 2A(1), 6(1) or 6A,] of this Part of this Schedule, the court shall have regard to such of the following considerations as appear to it to be relevant, that is to say—
(a)the nature and seriousness of the offence or default (and the probable method of dealing with the defendant for it),
(b)the character, antecedents, associations and community ties of the defendant,
(c)the defendant’s record as respects the fulfilment of his obligations under previous grants of bail in criminal proceedings,
(d)except in the case of a defendant whose case is adjourned for inquiries or a report, the strength of the evidence of his having committed the offence or having defaulted,
as well as to any others which appear to be relevant.
Textual Amendments
F1Words in Sch. 1 para. 9 substituted (5.4.2004) by Criminal Justice Act 2003 (c. 44), ss. 20(2), 336(3)(4) (with s. 141); S.I. 2004/829, art. 2(1)(2)(b) (with art. 2(3))
F29AE+W. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Textual Amendments
F2Sch. 1 para. 9A repealed (1.8.2001) by 2000 c. 16, ss. 129(4), 137, Sch. 7 Pt. 6; S.I. 2001/2223, art. 3(i)(m)