Indictable Offence
/ɪnˈdaɪtəbəl ˈɒfɛns/
Definitions
- (n.) A serious criminal offense that can be tried only on indictment in a higher court, typically punishable by more severe penalties.
Murder is an indictable offence that requires a trial by jury.
Forms
- indictable offences
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Commentary
Indictable offences contrast with summary offences in criminal law; drafting should clearly distinguish based on jurisdiction-specific categorization and court procedure.
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