statute

Example Sentences

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“But on its face, the statute does not exempt negotiations that the leagues may have with streaming services.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

For 30 years, both parties have shown nearly unanimous support for that statute.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

In some cases, fraud has a four-year statute of limitations.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026

Villarreal was released on bond, and a judge dismissed her charges, declaring the Texas statute unconstitutionally vague.

From Slate • Mar. 26, 2026

Alabama's capital statute requires that any murder eligible for the death penalty be intentional, but it was clear that Herbert had no intent to kill the child.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson