bail
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He had also been involved in multiple car accidents dating back to 2014, according to the bail motion.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 29, 2026
Lukwago was himself charged with a treason-related offence last week, and his bail hearing had been due on Monday.
From BBC • Jun. 22, 2026
“Every economist agrees that the more you bail out the markets, the more you are encouraging risk,” Harris added in an interview with MarketWatch.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 22, 2026
The authorities are confiscating families’ properties, or setting such high bail for arrested family members that people are forced to sell their possessions, she said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 22, 2026
“Good to see you. Wasn’t sure if you’d found your way back last night. Wouldn’t have looked very good if I’d had to bail you out of jail, you know. Might have caught some heat.”
From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen
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