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

Some have been deported, others remain in immigration proceedings, and many families continue to grapple with the economic and emotional fallout.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 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

In a statement on Thursday evening, Dubai Public Prosecution said the matter remained under investigation and was subject to ongoing legal proceedings.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

I knew that the court would probably conclude that this evidence should have been presented at trial or in prior proceedings, but I hoped that the judge could be persuaded.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson