What is another word for Lettre De Cachet?
Pronunciation: [lˈɛtə də kˈaʃe͡ɪ] (IPA) 
Lettre De Cachet is a French term that became widely known during the early modern period. It was a royal decree that allowed the French monarchy to imprison someone indefinitely without trial. In modern times, Lettre De Cachet is widely referred to as a synonym for arbitrary detention, as it was often abused for personal or political reasons. Other synonyms for Lettre De Cachet include a warrant for arrest, a detention order, or a confinement order. These similar terms represent the authority of governments and rulers to detain individuals without due process, which is a violation of human rights protected by law.
