custody
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While some of the immigrant workers detained that day are now free, Lucha Zapoteca and its members say they are going to continue to advocate for those who remain in custody.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026
Høiby, who denies the charges, has requested release from custody because his mother is seriously ill, Norwegian media report.
From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026
Five Albanian nationals were arrested, including the suspected mastermind and owner of the call centre, who was remanded into custody pending trial.
From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026
These factors, and others, convinced the judge that he could not detain the boys because the guidelines for sentencing children say that custody is a "last resort", with the priority being rehabilitation.
From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026
When my parents finally got official custody papers with legal instructions from a judge, I guess that sealed everything.
From "Blended" by Sharon M. Draper
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