in prison

Example Sentences

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They face up to 10 years in prison.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

After his stint in prison, Sullivan's attention turned to more mainstream publishing.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

The president’s son visited Navarro in prison while he served time for defying a subpoena from lawmakers investigating the Jan. 6, 2021, riot at the U.S.

From Salon • Jun. 5, 2026

Kelver must now argue her case in court, risking up to 15 years in prison if she cannot convince a jury that she was acting reasonably in self-defense.

From Slate • Jun. 4, 2026

“When Julius Caesar was put in prison, he wrote” he said.

From "Blood on the River" by Elisa Carbone