proceedings

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A number of recent legal proceedings have laid bare the extent to which the Justice companies may have knowingly violated environmental laws, a key threshold for bringing a criminal matter.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

A spokesperson for Surrey County Council told the BBC the council has no ability to pursue the application in Pakistan, as English proceedings are coming to an end.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Lady Donaldson faces a trial of the facts on mental health grounds, meaning she is not participating in the proceedings and cannot be convicted.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

And the archival footage from “The Verdict” shows the extent to which fandom and media frenzy influenced the proceedings.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

We do not record the rest of the proceedings, since we never do get back on the topic.

From "The Misfits" by James Howe