Pitävissä

Pitävissä is a Finnish term that translates to "in fitting" or "in holding" and is most commonly encountered in the context of legal and administrative procedures, particularly concerning arrests or detentions. When an individual is "pitävissä," it signifies that they are being held or detained by authorities, usually following a lawful arrest. This status implies that the person is not free to leave and is under the custody of the state.

The term is often used in official documents and communications related to criminal justice. For example, a police report might state that a suspect is "pitävissä" pending further investigation or court proceedings. It denotes a formal state of being in official custody, distinct from voluntary detention. The duration and conditions of being pitävissä are governed by specific legal frameworks designed to protect the rights of the detained individual while ensuring the effective functioning of the justice system. These regulations typically outline the maximum period a person can be held without formal charges and the procedures for bail or release.