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Being arrested is when a police officer handcuffs you and takes you to the police station. A conviction happens in court.

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Being arrested means being taken into custody by law enforcement, while being convicted means being found guilty of a crime by a court of law. An arrest is the initial step in the criminal justice process, while a conviction represents a formal judgement of guilt.

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