Bill Of Indictment (Noun)
Meaning
A formal document written for a prosecuting attorney charging a person with some offense.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The grand jury returned a bill of indictment against the defendant, charging him with multiple counts of embezzlement and money laundering.
- A bill of indictment was filed against the company alleging they had willfully violated environmental regulations.
- After reviewing the evidence, the prosecutor drafted a bill of indictment that accused the suspect of premeditated murder.
- The bill of indictment against the politician was highly publicized, with many calling for his resignation amidst the scandal.
- Upon reviewing the bill of indictment, the defendant's lawyer immediately requested a continuance to review the charges more thoroughly.