criminal
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Criminal groups are able to exploit limited state control in some areas, says Dunkerley, making investigations and prosecutions particularly challenging.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
It says the government must get an order authorizing electronic surveillance through the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court under Title 1 or “a warrant issued pursuant to the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure by a court.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026
Criminal court records do not show recent charges against Perry.
From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026
The Philippine government on Thursday ordered police to arrest a senator wanted by the International Criminal Court over his role in ex-president Rodrigo Duterte's deadly drug crackdown.
From Barron's • May 21, 2026
The Criminal Element said that it was a good idea to engage in relentless, open-ended questioning.
From "Flora & Ulysses: The Illuminated Adventures" by Kate DiCamillo
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