• RunningInRVA@lemmy.world
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    3 months ago

    He wasn’t arrested. He was temporarily detained so that the police officers could safely issue a speeding ticket to an uncooperative citizen.

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      3 months ago

      Detain and arrest are the same thing. If you aren’t under arrest, then you’re free to leave.