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The document outlines the timeline of detention in Japan, detailing the phases from pre-indictment to post-sentencing. It describes the initial 23 days of detention, including arrest, court appearances, and possible outcomes such as release or indictment. Additionally, it explains the procedures for trial, sentencing, and potential transfer to Australia after serving part of the sentence.

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Detention in Japan Timelines (1)

The document outlines the timeline of detention in Japan, detailing the phases from pre-indictment to post-sentencing. It describes the initial 23 days of detention, including arrest, court appearances, and possible outcomes such as release or indictment. Additionally, it explains the procedures for trial, sentencing, and potential transfer to Australia after serving part of the sentence.

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Detention in Japan - Timeline

Pre-indictment* Trial After sentencing

Police station Detention centre Prison

Up to 23 days On remand (awaiting trial) Sentenced time

Trial preparation and Workhouse duty Serve at least 1/3 of sentence in Japan
evidence gathering paying off fine
(if applicable) Workhouse duty

Indicted Adjudication Sentence starts Transfer to


Australia (ITP)
Appeal sentence (if applicable)

For details, refer to the End of sentence


“Initial 23 days
Detention Period” page

*Indictment = being officially charged for an offence


Initial 23 Days Arrest
Detention Period Initial arrest: First 72 hours (3 days)
(Police Station)  Lawyer appointed
You may not be able to see your
Separate appearances in front
lawyer before your meeting
of Prosecutor and Judge with the judge and prosecutor

Court issues a 10-day detention order Released

10 days

Under investigation
Court issues a further 10-day detention order Released

10 days

Court makes a final decision on charges


2 outcomes possible:
• Released
• Indicted and transferred to a
detention centre
Indictment Released o transfer may not be
immediate, procedures could
take a few months in some
cases while you remain in
police detention

 If immigration status has lapsed


(entry permit expired), you might be
deported

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