indict

Example Sentences

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The DA could try to indict Perkins again, especially if other witnesses come forward or new evidence emerges.

From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026

But grand juries refused to indict many demonstrators accused by federal prosecutors of attacking agents, and a Times review of alleged assaults found that most incidents resulted in no injuries.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026

Three grand juries declined to indict Reid for felony assault.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 8, 2026

Police in the town investigated the 23-year-old's death as possible manslaughter but no criminal case was brought against Kris Harrison after a grand jury in Collin County declined to indict him.

From BBC • Feb. 11, 2026

In other words, the grand jury had decided not to indict the officers.

From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover