Unlawful Detention
/ˌʌnˈlɔːfʊl dɪˈtɛnʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The act of holding a person against their will without legal authority or justification.
The detainee filed a complaint alleging unlawful detention by the police.
Forms
- unlawful detention
- unlawful detentions
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Commentary
Unlawful detention typically forms the basis for civil or constitutional claims; it's important to distinguish it from lawful arrest under proper authority.
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