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An indictment is a formal accusation that a person has committed a crime.
There are other processes, however, that are sometimes used instead of an indictment - such as filing a "complaint," "accusation", or "Information" - depending on the jurisdiction and nature of the crime.
What else can I help you with?
A legal document that forces a jailer to release a person from prison unless the person has been formally charged with or convicted of a crime is called a what?
It is known as a Writ of Habeus Corpus.
Charged with a crime?
Indictment is the process where a person is formally charged with committing a crime. This is a common law concept, and is used throughout the world.
What is a mistorminor?
A misdemeanor is a lesser criminal offense that a person can be charged with. Misdemeanors are not as serious as being charged with a felony.
What do you call a person is being reported to police?
A person being reported to the police is often referred to as a "suspect." If they are formally charged with a crime, they become a "defendant." If the individual is actively sought by law enforcement, they may also be called a "wanted person."
If you are with someone and that person kills another person can you go to jail?
Yes, but you cannot be held for longer than 24 hours unless you are formally charged with a crime. If you and the other person were committing a crime and the other person killed someone then you both can be charged.
What should you do if accused of assault with a deadly weapon and impersonating a police officer but you didn't do it?
The charges are very serious, the best choice would be to obtain the advice of an attorney who is experienced in criminal defense, even if the person has not been formally charged. Or,if they are arrested and charged for the crimes, at the arraignment the judge will ask if the person can afford counsel. If the accused cannot pay for a private attorney the judge will appoint a PDA.
Who is uluru?
Uluru is not a person it is a sandstone rock formally called Ayers Rock.
What is the person called when he or she is in court?
It all depends why the person is there. If the person is charging another then he is called the plaintiff If he is being charged, then he is called the defendant. For additional info, look at www.ForYourEyesOnlyAgency.com
How long can police hold a person in jail without charges in AL?
Normally police can hold you for up to 48 hours before having to present you to the court to be formally charged.
If a person threatens to kill you what crime can they be charged with?
The person can be charged with making criminal threats or assault, depending on the laws in the jurisdiction. Making threats with the intent to harm someone is a serious crime that can result in criminal charges and potential prosecution.
Do you have to go to jail if you have been charged with aggravated assault?
Being charged is not the same as being convicted. A person who has been charged might still be found innocent of the crime of which he or she has been charged. However, if you have been charged and also convicted of aggravated assault, that is a serious crime and it would involve jail time.
A person charged with a serious federal crime must first be accused in?
In order for a person to be charged with a serious federal crime, a federal grand jury must be convened and an indictment issued. The Grand Jury and right to a trial by jury were put in place to make sure citizens weren't victimized by overly eager police officers and prosecutors.
