defendant in a sentence
a.
Definition
Defendant: a person accused of a crime in a court of law.
Sample Sentences
- The defendant stood nervously as the jury entered the courtroom.
- During the trial, the defendant's attorney presented compelling evidence to prove his innocence.
- The judge instructed the defendant on his rights before the proceedings began.
- After hours of deliberation, the jury reached a verdict concerning the defendant's guilt.
- The defendant expressed relief upon hearing the not guilty verdict from the jury.
- The defendant appeared in court with a confident demeanor, ready to present his case.
- After careful consideration of the evidence, the jury found the defendant not guilty.
- The attorney argued passionately that the defendant had been wrongfully accused.
- During the trial, the defendant maintained his innocence despite the prosecution's claims.
- In a surprising turn of events, the defendant decided to testify in his own defense.
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