custody

(noun) a state of being confined (usually for a short time). Synonyms: detention, detainment, hold. Examples: "His detention was politically motivated." "The prisoner is on hold." "He is in the custody of police."

(noun) holding by the police. Example: "The suspect is in custody."

(noun) (with `in') guardianship over; in divorce cases it is the right to house and care for and discipline a child. Synonyms: hands. Examples: "My fate is in your hands." "Too much power in the president's hands." "Your guests are now in my custody." "The mother was awarded custody of the children."