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Booking - Definition and Overview

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One might be looking for double-entry book-keeping (accounting).


Booking is the process by which a criminal justice system creates an administrative record of those arrested. This usually involves taking photographs (mugshots) of the suspect, recording physical datum, detailing charges against said suspect, and taking fingerprints.

See also: criminal justice


Booking is also the process of matching musicians or other performing artists up with performance opportunities. A booking agency represents performing artists.


Professional wrestling term, see Booking (professional wrestling).

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