indefinite detention

Indefinite detention refers to holding someone in custody without specifying a set release date. It often occurs in situations where authorities believe a person might pose a security threat or is involved in ongoing investigations, but lack sufficient evidence or legal grounds to charge or convict them. While detention is meant to serve legal or national security purposes, indefinite detention raises concerns about individual rights, as it can lead to extended deprivation of liberty without a clear timeline or trial. Legal systems often strive to balance security interests with protecting personal freedoms.