bring charges against

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It is possible that local prosecutors could bring charges against the federal immigration authorities involved in one or both shootings, but such an approach over the objections of the federal government would face hurdles.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 27, 2026

She also told the BBC a police officer in the court told the prosecution that Elsie had not wanted to bring charges against Westwood - which was not the case.

From BBC • Feb. 25, 2025

As such, Weiss could bring charges against the son in any federal court.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2024

The district attorney in the Bronx declined to bring charges against the officers.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 12, 2024

It is certain that in different nations and different provinces there are varying degrees of readiness to bring charges against lawbreakers rather than to take personal vengeance.

From Criminal Sociology by Ferri, Enrico