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citation

[sahy-tey-shuhn] / saɪˈteɪ ʃən /




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You can qualify for a reward if you notify the police about fireworks being used in West Covina and the violator is detained, issued a citation or arrested, according to a police department news release.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 25, 2026

The incident resulted in an Occupational Safety and Health Administration citation for a serious violation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 19, 2026

Most pilots are very surprised when agents swoop down on them and give them a federal citation.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 18, 2026

Slop shows up as a made-up citation in a legal filing.

From Barron's • May 6, 2026

The crowd gradually became quiet to hear the Emperor’s citation.

From "Tiger, Tiger" by Lynne Reid Banks




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