in prison

Example Sentences

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"She referred to them being in prison, on parole when playing and Morgan was the prison warden."

From BBC • Jul. 2, 2026

He was sentenced to three years in prison in October 2024, according to Los Angeles County Superior Court records.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 2, 2026

A former US Olympian accused of vandalizing Washington's newly renovated Reflecting Pool was charged on Thursday with a felony and could face up to 10 years in prison if convicted, a federal prosecutor said.

From Barron's • Jul. 2, 2026

A federal judge sentenced China critic Guo Wengui to 30 years in prison for racketeering and fraud.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 29, 2026

I'm sorry that you’ve had to deal with a father in prison.

From "From the Desk of Zoe Washington" by Janae Marks