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Another Islamist militant leader who destroyed ancient shrines in Timbuktu was sentenced to nine years in jail in 2016.

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Its use in Thailand is heavily regulated and those found to have unauthorised access face up two years in jail.

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The UK Home Secretary has a legal duty to deport non-British, non-Irish nationals criminals sentenced to at least 12 months in jail, with certain exceptions.

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As of 8 November, there were 8,273 inmates in jail.

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More than 160 people have been arrested and charged with misdemeanors since the ordinance took effect in September, and could face up to a year in jail or a $1,000 fine if they turn down shelter or treatment.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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