endictment in a sentence
n.
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Definition
Indictment: a formal charge or accusation of a serious crime, typically issued by a grand jury.
Crossword clues for endictment
Crossword clue ideas and answer hints for the word "endictment".
- Formal charge by a grand jury.
- Accusation of a serious crime.
- Legal document for criminal charges.
- Official statement of criminal wrongdoing.
- Notification of a serious legal allegation.
Endictment sentence examples
- The grand jury delivered an indictment against the suspect following weeks of investigation.
- After reviewing the evidence, the prosecutor decided to pursue an indictment for fraud.
- The unexpected indictment shocked the political world and led to calls for resignation.
- In legal terms, an indictment serves as a formal charge that initiates a criminal case.
- Her attorney argued that the indictment was based on circumstantial evidence rather than concrete proof.