Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
police-custody
noun
pəˈlis ˈkəstədi
Definition
The state of being held by the police, typically after an arrest, where a person is supervised and not free to leave.
Examples
- The suspect remained in police custody for interrogation.
- After the arrest, he was taken into police custody until bail was posted.
- Many rights apply when a person is in police custody.
Meaning
Police custody refers to the situation in which an individual is detained by law enforcement and is under their control and supervision, usually while awaiting an investigation or trial.
Synonyms
- detention
- holding
- arrest
