Accused

accused Meaning

The individual who is being accused of committing a criminal offence. A person is said to be "accused" of a crime if they have been arrested for it or officially charged with it. It is the standard term for the person who is accused of committing a crime in a legal proceeding. Also it can be a person or persons who have been accused of committing a crime and are now being judged for their guilt in a court process.

accused of a crime

The implications of being accused of a crime can be significant, as it can affect one's reputation, livelihood, and freedom. It is important to remember, however, that being accused does not necessarily mean one is guilty. Every person is entitled to a fair trial and the opportunity to present their side of the story in court. In the case of R v Brown [1993] 2 All ER 75 the five defdentants were accused on various counts of ABH and wounding a under the Offences Against the Person Act 1861 and later convicted.

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