unlawful

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The Public Sector Equality Duty, which applies in England, Scotland and Wales, requires public bodies and bodies carrying out public functions to eliminate unlawful discrimination.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

District Judge John McConnell said the restrictions on processing of asylum, work permit, green card and citizen applications from nationals of 39 African, Asian, Latin American and Middle Eastern countries were unlawful.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

Today, Kelver, a 28-year-old trans woman, faces two felony charges—aggravated assault and possession of a deadly weapon with unlawful intent—which could carry up to 15 years in prison.

From Slate • Jun. 4, 2026

The short-barreled rifle was deemed unlawful because it did not meet the minimum federal requirement of 16 inches.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

After prominent American conjure-politician Sebastien Durand won his case in the Marvellian Courts of Justice, the ban was ruled unlawful and at odds with the Marvellian Constitution.

From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton