criminal
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Todd Spitzer has opened a criminal investigation into the incident, and more than half a dozen lawsuits have been filed against the company in Orange County Superior Court.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026
Congressional investigations aren’t criminal proceedings, and normal litigation instincts don’t apply.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026
By all accounts, Kelver’s perception of threat was reasonable, which—by Wyoming law—should exempt her from criminal prosecution.
From Slate • Jun. 4, 2026
The first minister also said the SNP would begin civil action against Murrell, which could be used in the event that the party does not recoup its funds through the criminal court.
From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026
Finally, more than a month into the trial, a Chicago criminal lawyer who was Scoville’s friend agreed to join the defense team.
From "Ambushed!" by Gail Jarrow
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