unconditional release

Definitions

The act of setting a prisoner or detainee free without any requirements, restrictions, or probationary conditions.

A formal discharge from custody or obligation that is absolute and not subject to future revocation or performance criteria.

Examples

The prisoner was granted an unconditional release after the court found insufficient evidence to support the original conviction.

The hostage negotiator demanded the unconditional release of all captives before any further discussions could take place.

Synonyms

absolute discharge unrestricted freedom total exoneration unqualified liberation complete acquittal

Antonyms

conditional discharge probationary release supervised freedom restricted liberty parole