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How to Say "indictment" in Spanish

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acusación

nounB1formal
Use 'acusación' when referring to a formal charge or allegation made against someone, which may or may not lead to prosecution.

Examples

El director negó rotundamente la acusación de fraude.

The director flatly denied the accusation of fraud.

procesamiento

pro-seh-sah-MYEHN-tohpɾosesaˈmjento

nounC1formal
Use 'procesamiento' specifically for the formal legal process of prosecution that follows an indictment or accusation, indicating the case is moving forward in court.
A wooden gavel resting on a solid block.

Examples

El juez dictó el procesamiento del ex-ministro.

The judge ordered the indictment of the former minister.

El procesamiento de alimentos requiere higiene estricta.

Food processing requires strict hygiene.

El abogado impugnó el procesamiento de su cliente.

The lawyer challenged his client's indictment.

Legal Specificity

In a courtroom setting, this word specifically describes the formal decision by a judge to put someone on trial.

Acusación vs. Procesamiento

Learners often confuse 'acusación' and 'procesamiento' because both relate to legal charges. Remember that 'acusación' is the charge itself, while 'procesamiento' is the legal action of prosecuting that charge.

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