Detainees

Detainees are individuals who are held by authorities, usually the government or law enforcement, because they are suspected of being involved in a crime or pose a risk to public safety. Being detained means they are not free to leave while their case is being investigated or until a legal process, such as a trial, takes place. Detainees have specific rights, including the right to be informed of the reasons for their detention and to have legal representation. The purpose of detention is to ensure public safety and to help authorities complete their investigations.