Article R342-8 of the French Code governing the entry and residence of foreign nationals and the right of asylum
The order of the liberty and custody judge is made within twenty-four hours of its referral or, where the needs of the investigation so require, within forty-eight hours thereof. It is notified on the spot to the parties present at the hearing, who acknowledge receipt. The judge orally informs the parties present of the time limit for appeal and the procedures for lodging an appeal. At the same time, he…