11.   The Senate, by contrast, allows citizens to directly file complaints based on news stories.

12.   Two citizens filed a federal lawsuit challenging its constitutionality.

13.   Under the U.S. False Claims Act, private citizens may file lawsuits on behalf of the U.S. government alleging fraud by government contractors.

14.   Under the law, private citizens can file suit on behalf of the federal government, alleging fraud by government contractors.

15.   As originally written, the law would have allowed citizens to file such suits only in Tokyo.

16.   California law allows citizens to file complaints with a civil grand jury.

17.   Forest managers would consult with outside groups in crafting forest plans, and citizens could file formal objections before plans are completed rather than after the fact.

18.   He said any citizen can file for these permits, provided they have a good reason.

19.   In Colombia, any citizen can file a petition with the high court and the justices must decide whether to rule on it.

20.   One citizen filed a lawsuit against the captain, accusing him of throwing the match for a bribe.