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criminal

[krim-uh-nl] / ˈkrɪm ə nl /




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A spokesperson said: "We encourage all those affected by these convictions to get in touch with the Criminal Cases Review Commission."

From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026

It says the government must get an order authorizing electronic surveillance through the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court under Title 1 or “a warrant issued pursuant to the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure by a court.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

Criminal court records do not show recent charges against Perry.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026

EU officials often point to Washington's sanctions against International Criminal Court judges -- imposed by Trump in February 2025 -- to illustrate the grip of US firms.

From Barron's • May 30, 2026

The Alabama Court of Criminal Appeals courtroom was on the second floor.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson




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