a written accusation submitted to a grand jury for its decision.
Examples from the web for bill of indictment
The sessions are held in secrecy to determine whether there is sufficient evidence to warrant a true bill of indictment.
Collins pleaded guilty to all of the charges contained in a bill of indictment.
Following the investigation, the prosecutor prepares a bill of indictment and the case is transferred to the court.
Following the investigation the prosecutor prepares a bill of indictment and the case is transferred to the court.
British Dictionary definitions for bill of indictment
bill of indictment
noun
1.
(criminal law) a formal document accusing a person or persons of crime, formerly presented to a grand jury for certification as a true bill but now signed by a court official