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She appealed the verdict in the hope of clearing her name, while prosecutors also did so arguing that the sentence was too lenient and the acquittals were wrongful.

From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026

Nath's family has expressed similar concerns, saying they were considering legal options over the acquittals and hoped for government support.

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026

In L.A. and across the country, defendants accused of assaulting federal officers have won acquittals or had charges dropped.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 1, 2025

But that narrow federal reprieve does not cleanse the stain of the state acquittals.

From Slate • May 9, 2025

Is sorry she wrote to Arabella: but cannot imitate her in her self-accusations, and acquittals of others who are all in fault.

From Clarissa Harlowe; or the history of a young lady — Volume 7 by Richardson, Samuel