Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

reindictment

Noun

/ˌriːɪnˈdaɪtmənt/

Definition

The act of formally charging someone again with a crime after they have already been indicted for it.

Examples

After reviewing the new evidence, the prosecutor decided to pursue a reindictment of the suspect.
The reindictment led to a renewed trial with additional charges.

Meaning

Reindictment typically occurs when new evidence or legal considerations arise that warrant charging the individual again or modifying the original charges.