"Independent counsel must determine whether crimes were committed," he said.

The independent counsel has determined, however, that prosecution is not warranted.

The independent counsel has determined that the available evidence is insufficient to support a conclusion that Mr. Meese violated any of these laws.

After consideration of all the pertinent factors, therefore, the independent counsel has determined that a prosecution of Mr. Meese is not warranted.

In the circumstances of this case, the independent counsel has determined for the reasons set forth below that prosecution is not warranted.

The independent counsel has determined that there is unsufficient evidence to conclude that Mr. Meese committed any such offense.

The firm's new legal counsel will determine over the next few weeks what those obligations are.

The legal counsel at the State Department determined that it had the authority to grant waivers case by case for projects supporting opposition groups within Serbia.

Mr. Rasmussen said the governor's chief counsel will determine the total cost of the trip.

After reviewing the applicable state laws and ethics rules, counsel determined the Sheriff could head both agencies legally and be compensated from both.