Released Under Investigation (RUI) Note Template
By Robert Cashman, Solicitor. Published . Updated .
Criminal defence solicitor in England and Wales. General guidance on police station work. It isn't legal advice.
RUI isn't police bail. The conditions and return dates are different. Your note should record the RUI status explicitly and any written material from the custody suite.
Disclaimer: General workflow information for criminal defence professionals in England and Wales. Not legal advice on any case. Outcomes depend on the facts and applicable law.
Record clearly
- Outcome stated as RUI / released under investigation
- Any conditions or undertaking-style restrictions
- OIC or unit contact for updates
- Advice on remaining under investigation
- Follow-up actions for the firm
Custody Note outcome sections support bail, RUI and charge pathways in one structured record.