unlawful
Example Sentences
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He had tried to assert head-of-state immunity, saying the charges were unlawful.
Stabile said the legally questionable nature of Maduro’s capture will no doubt be a factor in the criminal proceedings ahead, with his defense team likely to argue that his detention is unlawful.
From Los Angeles Times
U.S. military members are prohibited by law from carrying out unlawful orders.
In her lawsuit, she alleged “such conduct constitutes unlawful and unethical behavior for attorneys.”
From Los Angeles Times
A judge in November ruled the Portland deployment unlawful and ordered it permanently blocked.
From Barron's
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