criminal
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The defendants on trial in France have been charged with criminal conspiracy and intent to commit an offence, while some of them are also charged with theft of an exhibited cultural object.
From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026
Armenia's Investigative Committee said it had opened 59 criminal cases over alleged electoral violations -- including people casting multiple ballots -- and detained nine.
From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026
This could include fines or, as a last resort, criminal liability for companies which do not comply.
From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026
The Senate’s proposed renewal, the Foreign Intelligence Accountability Act, adds even more protection, including criminal penalties for abuses.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026
Several kids hovered over news-boxes, turning the crank slowly to watch the latest headlines about the Cards of Deadly Fate and the criminal on the loose.
From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton
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