prosecution
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Criminal prosecution can follow a single administrative fine.
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The bill specifically mentions that the government must release all unclassified records, documents, communications and investigative materials in the DOJ's possession that relate to the investigation and prosecution of Epstein.
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A petition created on Thursday, demanding prosecution of the perpetrators and measures to prevent similar acts of cruelty, has garnered more than 400 signatures.
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A person close to the prosecution said there was nothing political about the case.
A police spokeswoman said: "Any prosecution for such an offence must commence within one year."
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