unlawful act
Example Sentences
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Morey said she did not believe the post was targeted enough at specific people with a serious intent to commit an unlawful act of violence to rise to the level of an actionable “true threat.”
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 15, 2023
"The unlawful act of blocking streets in the downtown core is resulting in people being denied the lawful use, enjoyment and operation of their property," police said.
From Reuters • Feb. 10, 2022
Cheryl Sullenger wrote that because of Braid’s “defiant attitude and his unlawful act, he has committed unprofessional conduct.”
From Washington Post • Sep. 20, 2021
The judge found Jonker was entitled to qualified immunity because he did not order Rapp commit an unlawful act.
From Seattle Times • Jun. 19, 2020
A treaty cannot obligate to do an unlawful act.
From Studies in Civics by McCleary, J. T. (James Thompson)
