defendant

Example Sentences

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"The investigations were launched due to the immense media storm around the case, solely because of the involvement of the defendant, who is a world-renowned athlete," Neymar's legal team said.

From Barron's

Seven of the defendants -- who include former intelligence agents, soldiers and businessmen -- risk life imprisonment.

From Barron's

But they are not off the hook yet, as they will be defendants in several upcoming bellwether trials.

From BBC

The company itself was not named as a defendant.

From Barron's

Under US law, Maduro, like every defendant, would be entitled to a court-appointed lawyer if he is unable to afford his own.

From BBC