unlawful

Example Sentences

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It said the investigation concerns "instigation of breach of trust, computer fraud and false attestation with the intent to obtain for another an unlawful benefit."

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

Alito, however, might as well have been describing Brown, whose unlawful presence—obviously subject to arrest—was sufficient to bring him within allegiance to Virginia.

From Slate • Apr. 2, 2026

Our rule confirms that there is no investment class or strategy that is per se unlawful for retirement plans.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

The ICJ ruled that Britain's 1965 separation of the Chagos Islands from Mauritius was unlawful and stated the UK must end its administration as rapidly as possible.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

The shebeens were unlawful bars in the back of someone’s house.

From "Born a Crime: Stories from a South African Childhood" by Trevor Noah