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He said that he wasn’t aware that the trailers were violating the city’s code and understands residents are worried that the empty trailers might attract squatters.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2025

The petition contained what it said was photographic and other evidence detailing how the companies were violating the law.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 15, 2023

One book publisher was told they were violating the new law for acknowledging the basic truth that being enslaved is a terrible experience.

From Salon • Jun. 28, 2023

Asked whether companies he was linked to were violating the new transparency law, a spokesperson for the oligarch told the BBC "none of these properties are owned by Mr Deripaska".

From BBC • May 17, 2023

On November 2 last, the newspapers reported that a complaint had been made before the city council that the theaters were violating the laws.

From Chicago's Awful Theater Horror by Various