press charges

Example Sentences

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It said the police initially decided not to press charges against her, but were later instructed to do so by the local prosecutors.

From Seattle Times

Paris authorities could still press charges or try to pursue Salameh through Interpol, Houry added.

From Seattle Times

“Diane did not want to press charges and asked them not to arrest him, but in cases involving the possibility of any physical contact, the police have to arrest first, ask questions later. They are home together and are embarrassed the matter went this far.”

From Los Angeles Times

“Usually we press charges afterward,” she said.

From New York Times

The Manhattan prosecutor and police are currently deciding whether to press charges.

From BBC