Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bill-of-indictment
noun
/ˌbɪl əv ɪnˈdaɪtmənt/
Definition
A formal written statement charging a person with a crime, issued by a grand jury.
Examples
- The grand jury returned a bill-of-indictment against the suspect.
- Legal experts analyzed the implications of the latest bill-of-indictment in the high-profile case.
- Once a bill-of-indictment is issued, the accused is informed of the charges they face.
Meaning
A bill-of-indictment serves as a legal document that formally accuses someone of criminal conduct, initiating criminal proceedings against them.
Synonyms
- indictment
- charge
- accusation
