Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sign-a-confession
Phrase
/saɪn ə kənˈfɛʃən/
Definition
To formally indicate one’s acceptance of guilt by putting one’s signature on a document that acknowledges and admits to having committed a crime or wrongdoing.
Examples
- After hours of questioning, the suspect was coerced into signing a confession.
- It is crucial to have a lawyer present before agreeing to sign a confession.
Meaning
Signing a confession typically involves a person admitting to an offense, often as part of a legal process, which can impact the legal proceedings that follow.
Synonyms
- admit guilt
- acknowledge wrongdoing
- plead guilty
