Under 17a-683, incapacitated by alcohol, taking a person into protective custody is what?

Under 17a-683, incapacitated by alcohol, taking a person into protective custody is what?

• A. An arrest
• B. Requires a formal consent
• C. Not an arrest; protective custody
• D. Requires a warrant

Answer: (C)

Distinguishing protective custody from an arrest when a person is incapacitated by alcohol. This provision covers taking someone into protective custody to keep them safe, not to punish them for a crime. The goal is welfare and safety: the person is detained temporarily so they can be evaluated and cared for, often by being transported to a safe facility, until they are sober or able to make decisions again. Because it is a protective, welfare-related action rather than a criminal charging decision, it is not an arrest and does not require formal consent or a warrant.

Distinguishing protective custody from an arrest when a person is incapacitated by alcohol. This provision covers taking someone into protective custody to keep them safe, not to punish them for a crime. The goal is welfare and safety: the person is detained temporarily so they can be evaluated and cared for, often by being transported to a safe facility, until they are sober or able to make decisions again. Because it is a protective, welfare-related action rather than a criminal charging decision, it is not an arrest and does not require formal consent or a warrant.