How to sign arrested in American Sign Language

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Definition:

Detained by police

Sign Instructions:

Place both wrists next to each other with your hands back backwards, mimicking a person getting handcuffed.

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Sequential Breakdown of arrested

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Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Dominant Handshape for arrested
Make a fist with all fingers curled in and the thumb pressed against the index finger.

Non-Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Non-Dominant Handshape for arrested
Make a fist with all fingers curled in and the thumb pressed against the index finger.

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