What type of detention is non-criminal and physically unrestricted?

The correct understanding of non-criminal and physically unrestricted detention is best exemplified by the concept of a shelter. Shelters are designed to provide temporary, safe housing for individuals in need, and they do not impose the same restrictions as incarceration. Individuals in shelters typically have the freedom to come and go as they please, in contrast to facilities like jails or detention centers, where movement is heavily monitored and restricted due to the nature of confinement for criminal or legal reasons.

Shelters often serve populations such as the homeless, victims of domestic violence, or those in crisis, allowing them a safe space to stabilize their situation without the formalities of criminal charges or confinement. The focus in a shelter setting is on providing support and resources rather than punishment or control, which is characteristic of non-criminal detention environments.