in jail
Example Sentences
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He was only released in 2020 after 17 years in jail, with his conviction finally quashed by the Court of Appeal in 2023.
From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026
Siding with the federal government, a judge ruled on Friday that David Rush, 49, was a severe flight risk with the means and motive to evade detection, and must remain in jail until his trial.
From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026
The Chinese businessman was sentenced to 46 months in jail and released in 2017 with time served.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 24, 2026
In an unlikely turnabout, Murdaugh—who is still expected to spend the rest of his life in jail on fraud charges—sued her in recent days for violating his civil rights.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 24, 2026
"Poor thing isn't used to being in jail yet."
From "Born Behind Bars" by Padma Venkatraman
