legal
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He said even American citizens and other legal U.S. residents with documents are afraid of being hauled away to detention centers.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 9, 2026
His legal team said Gibbins intended to appeal at the crown court later.
From BBC ● Nov. 9, 2026
One of the legal challengers, a group dedicated to preserving a historic church in the region, said it was disappointed by Monday’s decision but would keep fighting the construction in court.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 9, 2026
When it comes to the legal agreements, Wing recommends having two lawyers on the case, and to have them handle the back and forth about the details to spare your relationship.
From MarketWatch ● Nov. 9, 2026
“Girls under the age of eighteen,” Klaus said, flipping to another part of the book, “can marry if they have the permission of their legal guardian. That’s Count Olaf.”
From "The Bad Beginning" by Lemony Snicket
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