dangerous offender
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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He ruled Hardy, who worked in the Stockport area, was a dangerous offender and imposed an extended six year licence.
From BBC ● Sep. 13, 2023
“He was designated as a dangerous offender at trial,” Tudor said.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 8, 2022
Judges deemed him a dangerous offender, meaning he can be held in prison after his sentence has been served.
From Washington Times ● Apr. 19, 2021
The judge described Kasambara, of St Joseph's Close, Huyton, as a "dangerous offender" and said he would continue to pose a risk to the public.
From BBC ● Aug. 6, 2018
When we liberate a dangerous offender," he continued, with more calmness, "he must give us security for his release.
From King Eric and the Outlaws, Vol. 1 or, the Throne, the Church, and the People in the Thirteenth Century. Vol. I. by Ingemann, Bernhard Severin
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