as in criminal
a person who has committed a serious crime
The convicted felon wanted to make amends after his release from jail.
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These included addressing national security or terrorism threats, apprehending dangerous felons, preventing imminent risks of death or injury, or preserving evidence in a criminal investigation.
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Newsweek Staff, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Apr. 2025
But in opposing the bill, Democrats pointed to a number of initiatives that have received voter approval, including raising the minimum wage, ensuring free pre-kindergarten for children and restoring voting rights to felons who’ve completed their sentences.
—Dara Kam, The Orlando Sentinel, 3 Apr. 2025
Garcia had challenged Peña's candidacy in court over the convictions, citing a law that prohibited felons from holding office.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 20 Mar. 2025
Smythe was ultimately charged with one count each of being an armed habitual criminal, unlawful use of a weapon of a felon and possession of more than 100 grams of cannabis.
—Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 8 Apr. 2025
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Newsweek Staff, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Apr. 2025
But in opposing the bill, Democrats pointed to a number of initiatives that have received voter approval, including raising the minimum wage, ensuring free pre-kindergarten for children and restoring voting rights to felons who’ve completed their sentences.
—Dara Kam, The Orlando Sentinel, 3 Apr. 2025
Garcia had challenged Peña's candidacy in court over the convictions, citing a law that prohibited felons from holding office.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 20 Mar. 2025
Smythe was ultimately charged with one count each of being an armed habitual criminal, unlawful use of a weapon of a felon and possession of more than 100 grams of cannabis.
—Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 8 Apr. 2025
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“Felon.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/felon. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.
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