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CUNEIFORM – refers to the first forms of writing
through pictographic system, with symbols
representing objects.

CURTAIN BOARD – a vertical panel of non-
combustible or fire resistive materials attached to
and extending bellow the bottom chord if the roof
trusses, to divide the underside of the roof into
separate compartments so that the heat and
smoke will be directed upwards to a roof event.

CUSTODIA LEGIS – a thing is in “custodia legis”
when it is shown that it has been and is subjected
to the official custody of a judicial executive officer
in pursuance of his execution of a legal writ.

CUSTODIAL INVESTIGATION – an investigation
conducted by law enforcement officers after a
person has been arrested or deprived of his
freedom of action. It includes invitation to a person
who is being investigated in connection with an
offense.

CUSTODIAL MODEL - a model for prison
management based on the assumption that
prisoners have been incarcerated for the protection
society and for the purpose in incapacitation,
deterrence and retribution. It emphasizes
maintenance and security and order through the
subordination of the prisoner to the authority of the
warden. Discipline is strictly applied and most
aspect of behavior is regulated.

CUSTODY – is the guarding or penal safekeeping, it
involves security measures to insure security and
control within the prison.

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