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Simplified pre-trial investigation

In simple and straightforward cases the police may carry out a simplified pre-trial investigation, provided the statutory punishment for the offence is restricted to a fine or maximum of six months' imprisonment. Such offences include endangering traffic, petty theft and unlawful use of narcotics.

In a simplified pre-trial investigation the questioning and other aspects of the investigation can often be performed at the place the offence was committed. In this case the pre-trial investigation is the responsibility of the police patrol present at the scene.

In the investigation of traffic offences which are subject to a summary penal judgement or fixed fine, a simplified pre-trial investigation is undertaken by recording the information given by the persons questioned, for example, on a summary penal judgement or fixed fine form.

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