How long can you be on bail without charge UK?

Click on the image below to see how long you can be on bail without charge in the UK. The police can in appropriate cases apply to the magistrate's court to extend your bail beyond the time limits below. All bail extensions must be justified by law by the the police before the court will consider an extension of bail. JD Spicer Zeb have substantial experience of opposing Pre Charge Bail extensions at court by the Police.

In some serious violent or sexual cases the police may be able to argue ongoing extensions if the court is persuaded.