press charges

Example Sentences

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The older sister then enthusiastically agreed to press charges against Epshteyn, whom officers cuffed and detained about 20 minutes after they arrived at the scene.

From Salon

Authorities decided last week not to press charges against activist Jason Reedy, who was involved in the caught-on-video kerfuffle, Reedy confirmed to The Times on Wednesday.

From Los Angeles Times

The party is concerned about the number of suspects not being identified, victims not wanting to press charges, increasing difficulties getting evidence, and the speed of cases slowing.

From BBC

Angel, Rosen’s deputy, explained that the county will only press charges for cases involving drugs under specific circumstances, such as if the individual has been arrested three or more times during a 12-month calendar year, is deemed a threat to public safety, has a violent felony conviction or if the situation involves fentanyl.

From Seattle Times

Conn arrives as Garris is crossing the street, and when one of the other officers says that the grocery store plans to press charges, he tells Garris that he is under arrest.

From Seattle Times