criminal record

noun

: a known record of having been arrested in the past for committing a crime

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Yet a Washington Post analysis of ICE data obtained through a Freedom of Information Act lawsuit shows that people with no criminal record still make up the largest share of those detained for deportation. Charles Selle, Chicago Tribune, 22 May 2026 Brown is no stranger to law enforcement, with a criminal record that dates back to 2008 when he was convicted of cocaine distribution. Cheryl Fiandaca, CBS News, 12 May 2026 Mott’s criminal record includes charges of burglary, criminal trespassing, criminal mischief and escaping from custody or a detention facility, according to online records. Mirna Alsharif, NBC news, 12 May 2026 When asked about Park’s case, a DHS spokesperson pointed to Park’s criminal record and the standing removal order. Hanna Park, CNN Money, 10 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for criminal record

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“Criminal record.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/criminal%20record. Accessed 1 Jun. 2026.

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