sheriff

Example Sentences

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And the sheriff had qualified immunity from the malicious prosecution claim because at the time Gonzalez was arrested, the 5th U.S.

From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026

Neither Woods nor the other driver suffered any serious injuries from the crash that caused Woods’s car to roll onto its side, the sheriff said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

"He has a right to refuse that test," added the sheriff.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

"Candidates should not try to be the meanest sheriff."

From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026

One night not long after, Lawson recalled, another deputy sheriff opened his cell and led him to Hale, who was in a car outside.

From "Killers of the Flower Moon" by David Grann