prosecute

Example Sentences

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The ICC, which prosecutes individuals for war crimes and crimes against humanity, is suffering arguably the most difficult period in its 23-year history.

From Barron's

More than 900 people were prosecuted and some went to prison.

From BBC

A former ICE official, who asked not to be named out of fear of retaliation, said that in prior years the U.S. attorney’s office “didn’t prosecute hardly anybody” for assault — unless the interaction turned violent.

From Los Angeles Times

"The CPS will continue to work with the Home Office and police forces to prosecute those who have no right to be in the country."

From BBC

Entering the UK without permission is an offence under immigration law, but asylum seekers are generally not prosecuted for doing so if they claim asylum on arrival.

From BBC