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protective custody
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Def: a non-punitive measure of punishment law, a type of imprisonment (or care) to protect a prisoner (or other person) from harm, either from outside sources or other prisoners
Example: Prisoners have the opportunity to request protective custody if they get the impression that the environment they are living in is harmful to their well being.
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