Cryptic crossword clue
Juvenile gal is essentially carrying sanctions 9

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word LEGALISES

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The straight part
We know that "sanctions" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case sanctions = legalises.
The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.
This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does LEGALISES mean?

LEGALISES verb
  1. To make legal or permit under law. Either by decriminalising something that has been illegal or by specifically permitting it.

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