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rap sheet

NOUN
arrest record
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ICE said one of those detained was a Mexican citizen and green card holder with a lengthy rap sheet.

From BBC ● Sep. 5, 2025

When asked last week whether the person arrested outside the news conference had a criminal record, a Homeland Security spokesperson said the agency would share a criminal rap sheet when it was available.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 20, 2025

Sure, bunnies are cute, but Bugs Bunny must have a rap sheet as long as his arm.

From Slate ● Apr. 18, 2025

Santos, a New York Republican, is scheduled to stand trial next year on a lengthy rap sheet that includes charges that he defrauded donors, lied to election officials and stole unemployment benefits.

From Seattle Times ● Dec. 2, 2023

I got a school rap sheet, but in school they call it a "file."

From "Ghost" by Jason Reynolds



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