Criminal Case
/ˈkrɪmɪnəl keɪs/
Definitions
- (n.) A legal proceeding initiated by the state against a person accused of committing a crime.
The criminal case against the defendant involved charges of theft and assault.
- (n.) A judicial process determining the guilt or innocence of a defendant in matters involving criminal law.
The court heard the evidence before rendering a verdict in the criminal case.
Forms
- criminal case
- criminal cases
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Commentary
The term refers broadly to cases involving alleged violations of criminal statutes and is distinct from civil cases; clarity in usage is essential to distinguish procedural posture and applicable law.
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