treason
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Similarly, the earl of Peterborough's son refused both to remove his hat and to enter a plea when tried for treason in 1658.
From Science Daily • May 7, 2026
The UN rights chief said Friday he was "deeply concerned" by a Cambodian court rejecting the appeal of detained opposition leader Kem Sokha against his nearly three-decade sentence for treason.
From Barron's • May 1, 2026
Under Nigerian law, treason is one of the most serious criminal offences and can attract severe penalties, including life imprisonment.
From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026
Copenhagen dismissed and charged Kauffmann with high treason, which he ignored.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 11, 2026
“Let us move along, my lords. We have two queens to try for high treason, you may recall. My niece has elected trial by battle, she informs me. Ser Robert Strong will champion her.”
From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin
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