Detention can be extended by an additional period equal to how long?

• A. 24 hours
• B. 48 hours
• C. 72 hours
• D. 6 hours

Answer: (D)

Detention can be extended by six hours. This short extension provides just enough time to complete essential steps like contacting guardians, arranging medical clearance if needed, and organizing transport to a secure facility or preparing for further processing, while keeping the overall detention within a safe, accountability-friendly window. Longer extensions would go beyond what is allowed for this extension and aren’t the permitted duration.