👉 In the context of criminal law, an extraction is a process in which someone is physically removed from their surroundings or taken away by police force. This can include individuals who have been involved in a crime, such as a person being arrested for theft or breaking and entering. Extractions are typically carried out to prevent harm to victims or witnesses, or to facilitate the arrest of suspects. They may also be necessary to ensure that evidence is collected during investigations, or to provide access to facilities where evidence can