held for questioning
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Seattle police Chief Adrian Diaz says the new state law has hindered an investigation because it mandates that kids under 18 speak with an attorney before they are searched, held for questioning, or arrested.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 15, 2024
Unconfirmed reports say Gen Surovikin has been held for questioning about his alleged involvement in the mutiny.
From BBC ● Jul. 12, 2023
American officials would not say — or do not know — if he was formally arrested or just held for questioning.
From New York Times ● Jun. 29, 2023
A spokesperson for the prosecutor said a member of the European Parliament had been held for questioning and was still in custody on Friday evening, without giving further details.
From Reuters ● Dec. 9, 2022
Achebe, Carroll, and Knox were all being held for questioning.
From "Boy 2.0" by Tracey Baptiste
