remand
n. C1 Advanced US //ɹɪˈmænd// UK //ɹɪmˈɑːnd// re·mand
n. the act of sending a person to prison while they wait for a court trial. It can also mean the order from a judge that tells the police to keep a person in custody.
n. the act of committing a person to custody while awaiting trial or appeal. Often refers to the legal order or the period of detention itself.
The judge ordered the suspect's remand to prison.
The defendant was placed on remand after the court found that his release would pose a risk to the community.
The legal team argued that the length of the remand was excessive and violated the defendant's right to a speedy trial, leading to a motion for bail.