Phrases with «unarmed citizens»

The phrase "unarmed citizens" refers to people who do not carry weapons or guns. They rely on peaceful means rather than using force or violence to protect themselves or settle disputes. Full definition

Sentences with «unarmed citizens»

  • Attorney General Eric Schneiderman and Senate Democrats have pushed for special prosecutors to look into police shootings of unarmed citizens, but many Republicans oppose the idea because they say it will undermine locals District Attorneys. (gothamgazette.com)
  • He's argued that there's no basis for the kind of brute force used by the police against unarmed citizens in the protest organized by pro-opposition pressure group Let My Vote Count Alliance, and others. (ghanapoliticsonline.com)
  • The AG's office sued Abelove, accusing him of violating an executive order issued last year that gives the AG's office the authority to investigate police - involved shootings involving unarmed citizens, or those thought to be unarmed. (nystateofpolitics.com)
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