detention

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Ortiz, who could face a life sentence, remains in detention and entered her plea on Wednesday in Los Angeles County Superior Court through her attorney.

From BBC

The defendant was ordered to return to court April 8, and is being held in pre-trial detention after failing to pay a $1.875 million bail.

From Barron's

Others carried photographs of relatives who never emerged from detention, with some carrying placards saying "We are still looking for you."

From Barron's

"Efforts to further bolster the rule of law, particularly in the justice and detention sectors, must remain a priority to be able to tackle corruption and impunity," said Turk.

From Barron's

Its latest travel advisory dropped warnings about wrongful detention and unrest.

From The Wall Street Journal