After you’re arrested in Ottawa, you will be "processed" by law enforcement but the exact process will be determined by the nature of your alleged crime.For lesser charges, you may be released on a promise to appear in court. Otherwise, a police officer will take you into custody for a bail hearing. As part of the process, you will be fingerprinted and photographed. You will need to provide some personal information and be taken to a holding cell. At this stage, you must be provided with the opportunity to make a phone call and speak to a criminal defence lawyer or to duty counsel. A court hearing will be arranged within 48 hours of being taken into custody and you will be allowed to meet with your attorney before your bail hearing.