taking into custody

Found in Anh - Anh (Wordnet)

Definition Noun : - The act of apprehending (especially apprehending a criminal) : The action of seizing and detaining a person by legal authority, typically a law enforcement officer. It is the formal act of taking someone into custody, often as a suspect in a crime. Usage This noun is a formal and legal term for the moment of arrest. It is often used in official reports, legal contexts, and j...