illegal

Example Sentences

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Requests can still be denied by landlords, if for example the property is too small, other tenants have allergies, or the potential pet is illegal in the UK.

From BBC

Great white sharks in the Mediterranean Sea are in danger of disappearing, with illegal fishing contributing to their decline.

From BBC

The use of jailhouse informants is not an uncommon, or illegal, tactic and tool used by law enforcement.

From Los Angeles Times

Despite arrests, the problem has continued to worsen, so much so that city, state and law enforcement officials backed Assembly Bill 476, which strengthens penalties against illegal junk-and-metal dealers who purchase stolen copper wire.

From Los Angeles Times

Experts who reviewed the reports said the behavior described may amount to illegal dumping under California law.

From Los Angeles Times