Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
on-remand
adjective
/ɒn rɪˈmænd/
Definition
A legal term indicating that a case or individual is being held in custody while awaiting further legal proceedings.
Examples
- The suspect remained on-remand until the trial date was set.
- After the appeal, the court placed the decision on-remand for further review.
Meaning
On-remand refers to a situation where a person is not yet convicted but is kept in detention until the trial or hearing occurs. It can also relate to a case being sent back to a lower court for reconsideration.
Synonyms
- in custody
- detained
- held
- awaiting trial
