adjective describing something that is capable of being indicted or charged with a crime
In the legal field, 'indictable' refers to a serious offense that can be prosecuted by indictment.
In criminal justice, 'indictable' offenses are those that warrant formal charges and trial.
During court proceedings, the term 'indictable' may be used to describe charges brought against a defendant.
Within the legal system, 'indictable' offenses are typically more severe and carry heavier penalties.
In the legal profession, 'indictable' is used to refer to offenses that are serious enough to warrant a trial by jury and carry heavier penalties.
Law enforcement officers use 'indictable' to describe crimes that require a formal accusation by a grand jury before proceeding to trial.
Judges use 'indictable' to determine whether a case should be tried by a jury or a judge alone based on the seriousness of the offense.
Prosecutors use 'indictable' to decide which cases should be presented to a grand jury for indictment based on the evidence and severity of the crime.