criminal
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Ahead of Saturday's demonstration, the Met Police issued a statement warning of "criminal offences", and urging people to reflect on the "potential consequences" of attending.
From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026
No criminal charges have been filed against Sabogal in San Bernardino County, according to court records.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026
Greater Manchester Police Inspector Chris Hadfield said: "This additional funding strengthens our commitment to Project Servator and will allow us the opportunity to expand the work we do in disrupting criminal activity."
From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026
That changed as of fiscal year 2026 when the division’s roles were divided, with civil tax enforcement transferred to the DOJ’s civil division, and criminal tax enforcement going to its criminal division.
From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026
As I followed my mother down the lane, I felt like a criminal.
From Full of Beans by Jennifer L. Holm
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