Rearrest: meaning, definitions and examples

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rearrest

 

[ riːəˈrɛst ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

law enforcement

Rearrest refers to the act of arresting someone again after they have been released from custody. This typically occurs if new evidence arises, if the individual fails to comply with the conditions of their release, or if a new offense is committed. Rearrest can contribute to cycles of incarceration and has implications for individuals' rights and legal standings. It is not uncommon in cases involving probation or parole violations.

Synonyms

re-detain, reapprehend, recapture

Examples of usage

  • The suspect was rearrested for violating his parole.
  • After new evidence surfaced, the police decided to rearrest him.
  • She was rearrested shortly after her release due to a new charge.

Translations

Translations of the word "rearrest" in other languages:

🇵🇹 nova prisão

🇮🇳 फिर से गिरफ्तार करना

🇩🇪 erneute Festnahme

🇮🇩 penangkapan kembali

🇺🇦 повторний арешт

🇵🇱 ponowny areszt

🇯🇵 再逮捕

🇫🇷 ré-arrestation

🇪🇸 nueva arresto

🇹🇷 yeniden tutuklama

🇰🇷 재체포

🇸🇦 إعادة اعتقال

🇨🇿 opětovné zatčení

🇸🇰 opätovné zatknutie

🇨🇳 再次逮捕

🇸🇮 ponovno aretacijo

🇮🇸 afturhandtaka

🇰🇿 қайта ұстап алу

🇬🇪 მეორედ დაკავება

🇦🇿 yenidən həbs

🇲🇽 nueva detención

Etymology

The term 'rearrest' is a compound word formed by the prefix 're-' meaning 'again' and the word 'arrest' which originates from the Old French 'arrestier' meaning to 'stop' or 'seize'. 'Arrest' itself has roots in the Latin word 'adprehendere', which means to 'seize' or 'catch'. The concept of rearrest has evolved with changes in the legal and criminal justice systems, particularly with the rise of parole and probation practices, where individuals can be rearrested for noncompliance with the terms of their release. The use of the term 'rearrest' can also reflect societal concerns regarding repeat offenders and the effectiveness of rehabilitation programs.