
Detainee
Custody Reason
Detainees are not always guilty; they may be held for various reasons, including investigation.
Despite being a detainee for weeks, he was later found innocent of the charges.
Temporary Status
'Detainee' implies temporary confinement, not a long-term or permanent situation.
The detainee awaited his trial date, hoping to be released soon.
Not Always Criminal
Being a detainee doesn't necessarily mean the person committed a crime; sometimes the reasons are political.
The journalist became a political detainee after her controversial report. Compare with
CaptiveInmatePrisonerSuspect
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