prosecution
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Jackson’s ex-wife Debbie Rowe was meant to take the stand as a smoking gun for the prosecution but instead revealed no new information and came to Jackson’s defense.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026
As part of this deal, the prosecution called for a 44-month sentence for the pair, news agency AFP reported.
From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026
Pauken moved to China in 2010 and worked under the alias Tom McGregor as his father didn’t wish to appear associated with the son’s activities in China, according to prosecution documents.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026
By all accounts, Kelver’s perception of threat was reasonable, which—by Wyoming law—should exempt her from criminal prosecution.
From Slate • Jun. 4, 2026
The burden of proof is on the prosecution.
From "Twelve Angry Men" by Reginald Rose
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