press charges
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The report, filed July 15, asks for law enforcement to investigate the movie’s theft and “identify all responsible parties, preserve all relevant evidence, and press charges against the responsible parties.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 21, 2026
Earlier this summer, authorities informed SW about the results of their investigation and asked if she wanted to press charges, said Ventura County Dist.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 13, 2026
Federal investigations can carry on for years before prosecutors decide whether to press charges or simply close the matter.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 5, 2026
John added: "It is incredible that Rory could go to jail on a charge where the injured party says she knows it is a misunderstanding - and does not want to press charges."
From BBC ● Apr. 24, 2026
The next day, she reluctantly agreed to press charges and testify.
From "Touching Spirit Bear" by Ben Mikaelsen
