face charges

idiom

: to be formally accused of a crime
Will she face charges?

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In June 2024, Lawson was extradited from Bangor, Maine to Connecticut to face charges of first-degree manslaughter, conspiracy to commit first-degree assault, possession of narcotics with intent to sell to someone under 18 and possession of narcotics. Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 9 Feb. 2026 The man was transported to police headquarters for further questioning and is expected to face charges. Garrett Behanna, CBS News, 7 Feb. 2026 More than a dozen people, including Israeli reserve soldiers, face charges of profiting from the Israel-Hamas war by smuggling goods that could benefit Hamas. Julia Frankel, Los Angeles Times, 5 Feb. 2026 Police officials said Friday that Sean McCune, 53, and Megan Garfield, 41, both of Sacramento County, now face charges of assault with a deadly weapon, felony vandalism and conspiracy charges in connection with this incident. Camryn Dadey, Sacbee.com, 26 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for face charges

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“Face charges.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/face%20charges. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.

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