prosecute

Example Sentences

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It also created an unusual rift between federal and local law enforcement, raising questions about whether state officials would try to prosecute the agent involved in the deadly encounter.

From The Wall Street Journal

While the ICJ cannot prosecute individuals for crimes of the utmost severity, such as genocide, its opinions carry weight with the UN and other international institutions.

From BBC

Trespass is often regarded as a civil rather than a criminal matter, and so can lead to court action from landlords, but there are circumstances when those trespassing can be prosecuted for committing criminal offences.

From BBC

Since then, he has been arrested and prosecuted numerous times.

From BBC

“We will not hesitate to prosecute anyone — judges included — who defraud public benefits intended to help those in need.”

From Los Angeles Times