Used when someone stops hiding from the police and admits guilt. The fugitive gave himself up to the authorities after a week on the run.
Pro Tip 2/3
End of Resistance
Shows one has stopped trying to avoid inevitable capture or defeat. After hours of negotiation, the suspect decided to give himself up.
Pro Tip 3/3
Voluntary Action
Emphasizes the choice to surrender without being directly forced. Realizing the evidence against him was overwhelming, he voluntarily gave himself up to the police.