👉 Predelineating is a legal concept in criminal law that refers to the process of detaining an individual for a period of time before they are formally charged with a crime. This can be done as part of a plea bargain or other settlement negotiations, or as a preventative measure to prevent an individual from committing another crime. In many jurisdictions, predelineating is used in conjunction with community service or probation programs to help individuals who have committed minor crimes become more law-abiding and avoid future criminal activity.
