Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
true-bill
noun
/truː bɪl/
Definition
A true-bill is a formal statement that a grand jury has found enough evidence to require a trial.
Examples
- After reviewing the evidence, the grand jury issued a true-bill against the accused.
- The prosecutor was pleased to receive a true-bill, as it meant the case would move forward in court.
Meaning
The term refers to the written record created by a grand jury indicating that a case should proceed to trial based on the evidence presented.
Synonyms
- Indictment
- Charge
- Accusation
