Cryptic crossword clue
Expel from court detectives with cake 6

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 6 letter word DISBAR

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The straight part
We know that "Expel from court" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case expel from court = disbar.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does DISBAR mean?

DISBAR verb
  1. To expel from the bar, or the legal profession; to deprive (an attorney, barrister, or counselor) of his or her status and privileges as such.
  2. To exclude (a person) from something.

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