fraud –n. using dishonest methods to get something

persecution –n. to treat someone unfairly because of race, religion or other reasons

proceedings –n. the process of appearing before a court so a legal action can go forward

due process –n. the guarantee that all legal proceedings shall be fair and follow the processes established by law

status –n. the position of someone relating to law

exceptional –adj. unusual, not happening very often

verify –v. to find out if something is true