custody
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Though he was released from custody in June, Khalil has faced continued threats of deportation from federal authorities.
From Barron's • May 15, 2026
He turned himself in after crossing the U.S.-Mexico border at Nogales and was taken into custody by the U.S.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026
Instead, she was released after more than 30 hours in custody.
From Salon • May 14, 2026
Owen Godfrey Membe has pleaded not guilty to a charge of animal cruelty and has been remanded in custody until 27 May.
From BBC • May 13, 2026
The papers were from the state, saying that Ty'ree had custody of me and Newcharlie.
From "Miracle's Boys" by Jacqueline Woodson
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