Returns to custody (7)
I believe the answer is:
remands
'returns to custody' is the definition.
(I've seen this in another clue)
This is the entire clue.
(Other definitions for remands that I've seen before include "Sends back" , "Returns prisoner to custody while investigation proceeds" , "Returns to custody pending further evidence" , "Returns prisoner to custody while further evidence is sought" , "Consigns to prison to await trial" .)