justice is served/done

phrase

: proper punishment or fair treatment is given by the legal system
Many people do not believe that justice has been served/done in his case.

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Confronting power with negotiation, a strategy that involves negotiating with those in power until justice is served. Everett Eaton, jsonline.com, 17 Jan. 2026 Newark will work tirelessly with the prosecutor's office, state law-enforcement, and federal agencies to ensure justice is served. Adi Guajardo, CBS News, 15 Nov. 2025 The Philadelphia Police Department remains committed to uncovering the truth and ensuring that justice is served. Kate Plummer, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 Oct. 2025 Our fierce clients will continue fighting for their rights in the trial court until justice is served. Norma Chavez-Peterson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for justice is served/done

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“Justice is served/done.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/justice%20is%20served%2Fdone. Accessed 22 Jul. 2026.

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