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“The irony is that politicians consistently push for the provisional execution of sentences, but when it concerns Nicolas Sarkozy, they suddenly find issue with provisional enforcement and fault the judge.”

It has become a flagship for California penal reform, and no longer carries out executions.

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Khdour said Sahm primarily targets looters, whether individuals or organised groups, and is notorious for its harsh punishments, including summary executions.

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Nevertheless, Hegseth has stated enthusiastically that the military will continue these executions.

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Alternatively, you would have to prove that there was no fraud and/or improper execution.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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