Identify a true statement about pretrial detainees.

A. They are forced to spend the time before their hearing incarcerated in jail.
B. They are guilty until proved innocent.
C. They are given additional privileges over sentenced jail inmates.
D. They are offenders who are out of prison on bail.


Answer: A

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