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 29 Sep. 2026.

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