proceedings

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A number of recent legal proceedings have laid bare the extent to which the Justice companies may have knowingly violated environmental laws, a key threshold for bringing a criminal matter.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

The production’s radical concept brings the queer audacity of Harlem Ballroom culture to these feline proceedings.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

He stressed it was important Nowak's family be able to scrutinise the events of that night and participate in any proceedings and an inquest would allow such scrutiny - for them and the public.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

Lady Donaldson faces a trial of the facts on mental health grounds, meaning she is not participating in the proceedings and cannot be convicted.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

We made sure to have a clear view of the proceedings but not be seen; if Mr. Drysdale spied us conspiring together, he might catch on to our scheme.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan