bill of indictment
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At the request of the prosecution, a second charge of causing her death by careless driving was added to the bill of indictment, which he pleaded guilty to.
From BBC
The term ignoramus was written on bills of indictment when the evidence presented seemed insufficient to justify prosecution.
From Fox News
The bill of indictment lists six accusations against the accused, including voluntary homicide, the possession and detonation of an explosive, as well as forming part of a criminal organisation.
From BBC
In New York state, a grand jury returns a true bill of indictment if a bare majority — 12 of the 23 sitting jurors — believes there’s enough evidence to proceed to a criminal trial.
From The Verge
Nearly every detail of that bill of indictment could apply to Michigan State.
From New York Times
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