What does taking into custody mean?

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tak·ing in·to cus·tody

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  1. apprehension, arrest, catch, collar, pinch, taking into custodynoun

    the act of apprehending (especially apprehending a criminal)

    "the policeman on the beat got credit for the collar"

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  1. taking into custody

    Taking into custody refers to the act of detaining someone in a legally authorized manner, typically by the police or law enforcement agencies, due to suspicion of involvement in a crime or legal violation. It implies a temporary restriction of the person's freedom until formal charges are laid or a court appearance occurs.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of taking into custody in Chaldean Numerology is: 7

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of taking into custody in Pythagorean Numerology is: 2

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