die Ingewahrsamnahme
Translation
taking into custody, protective custody, detention
Examples
Die Ingewahrsamnahme erfolgte zum Schutz der Person.
The person was taken into custody for their own protection.
Die rechtliche Grundlage für die Ingewahrsamnahme war unklar.
The legal basis for the detention was unclear.
Grammar Patterns
die Ingewahrsamnahme ((of sb.)) the taking into custody ((of sb.)) The taking into custody of the man was lawful.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Festnahme, Verhaftung, Arrest
Etymology
A compound of 'in' (into), 'Gewahrsam' (custody), and 'Nahme' (taking, from 'nehmen'). It literally means 'a taking into custody'.
Memory Tips
This is a formal, official term used in legal and police contexts. Associate it with official procedures, not just a simple arrest.